WThis is a home-style version of a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting with the tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items inside a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it will last for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine every liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
