We present an easy interpretation of a drink found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that is loaded with tastes associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients inside a pan, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, take off the burner and leave to cool fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into your mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
