We present an easy version of a drink featured on a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting with the essence of the festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put the listed components inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, take off the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute to cool it down. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
