WThis is a simplified version of a beverage from a new drinks list. This is a party-sized premix which is loaded with essence of a festive period, making it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
