WThis is an easy version of a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is packed with the flavours of the festive period, which makes it excellent for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Put every items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, take off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour to a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
To make Premix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
