We present a home-style interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch premix which is packed with the tastes of a Christmas time, making it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove allowing it to cool fully. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour every liquids in a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
