We present an easy version of a drink from our latest drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix that is loaded with essence of a festive period, making it excellent for a celebration. Save the extra cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Put all the items in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
