WHere is an easy interpretation of a drink featured on our latest drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that is packed with the flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Syrup: Combine every ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for around four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
