WHere is an easy version of a beverage found on a new menu. It's a large-volume premix which is packed full of flavours of a festive period, rendering it excellent for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every items inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the burner and let it to cool fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour every liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
