WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that's loaded with essence associated with holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
