We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. It's a batch pre-mixed that is loaded with the tastes associated with holiday season, making it perfect for your festive gathering. Save the extra cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components inside a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
