We present an easy version of a drink featured on a new drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed with the tastes of the festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the burner allowing it to cool fully. Pour into a clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for about a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
