We present a home-style take on a beverage from our latest cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with essence associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Cordial: Combine the listed components in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into one big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute until cold. Filter into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
