We present a simplified take on a drink found on a new menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is packed full of essence of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial for brunch beverages, desserts, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
