WThis is a simplified take on a drink featured on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting with the tastes associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and finish with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
