WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix which is loaded with the flavours of the festive period, rendering it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
