We present a simplified take on a beverage featured on a new cocktail list. This is a party-sized premix that is packed with tastes associated with Christmas time, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put the listed components in a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
