WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail from a new drinks list. It's a party-sized prepared mix that's loaded full of flavours of a Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine all the components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every liquids into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
