We present a simplified interpretation of a drink found on a new menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for morning drinks, sweets, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put the listed items in a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove allowing it to cool down entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquid ingredients into one large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
