WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix that's bursting full of flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put every ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate gently for a minute until cold. Filter into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
