WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that is bursting full of essence associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Decant into an clean bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for up to a month.
For the Premix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
