We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. This is a batch premix that is loaded full of tastes associated with holiday season, making it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Put every components inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the heat and leave to cool entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every liquids into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into your stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
