WHere is a simplified take on a drink from our latest menu. This is a party-sized premix that's packed full of tastes of the Christmas time, making it excellent for your holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner and let it to cool completely. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine every liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass containing ice, and stir carefully for one minute until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
