We present a simplified version of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's loaded full of tastes associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put every components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat allowing it to cool down fully. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
