WThis is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix which is packed with the essence associated with holiday season, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine every ingredients inside a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the burner and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
For the Premix: Mix all the liquids into a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to cool it down. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
