We present a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed that is packed with the essence associated with festive period, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Combine every ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
For the Premix: Combine every liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
