We present an easy interpretation of a drink found on the seasonal menu. Designed as a batch premix that is bursting full of tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Save the extra syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Cordial: Combine all the components into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
