We present a simplified version of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix that's loaded with the flavours associated with festive period, making it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components into a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool down completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
