WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that's packed with the tastes of the Christmas time, making it perfect for your holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Put the listed items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for about one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for a minute until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
