We present a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on a new menu. It's a party-sized prepared mix that's packed full of essence of a festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine every components into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup into one large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute until cold. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
