WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest drinks list. This is a party-sized premix which is loaded full of flavours of the Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Syrup: Put the listed components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the heat allowing it to cool entirely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour all the liquids in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
