We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's loaded with the essence associated with festive period, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
