WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink from a new drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed that's bursting full of flavours of a festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Cordial: Place all the items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Combine the specified liquids in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute until cold. Pour into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
