We present an easy take on a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is packed with flavours of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Syrup: Combine all the items inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour into an clean bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
