We present an easy take on a drink found on a new menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with flavours associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Put all the ingredients in a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for around four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
