WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is bursting with the flavours associated with holiday season, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool fully. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour every liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
