We present a home-style version of a cocktail from a new menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with tastes of a festive period, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
