WHere is an easy take on a cocktail found on our latest menu. Designed as a batch premix that is loaded with the essence of a holiday season, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components inside a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into your mixing glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
