WHere is an easy take on a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that's packed with tastes associated with festive period, making it ideal for a celebration. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every components in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove and let it to cool completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for one minute to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
