WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed that's loaded with the flavours of the holiday season, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
