WThis is a simplified take on a drink found on a new drinks list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that is bursting with the tastes associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down fully. Decant into an clean bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for about a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to chill. Strain to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
