WThis is a home-style version of a drink featured on a new cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that's packed with the tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute until cold. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
