WThis is an easy interpretation of a beverage found on a new drinks list. It's a party-sized premix which is bursting with the flavours of a festive period, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put every ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the burner and leave to cool fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix into a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
