WThis is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is loaded with essence associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Cordial: Place the listed ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool completely. Decant into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
