WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. It's a batch pre-mixed that is loaded full of essence of a Christmas time, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put all the ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, take off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
