WThis is a simplified take on a drink found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed full of essence of the holiday season, making it excellent for your celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, take off the stove and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
