We present an easy take on a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that's packed with flavours associated with festive period, making it ideal for your holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components inside a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature fully. Decant into a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every liquids into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
