WHere is an easy interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed with flavours of a holiday season, making it excellent for your celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place the listed ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into your stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
