We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed with the tastes of the festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and leave to cool completely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
