WThis is a simplified take on a drink featured on a new drinks list. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is packed full of tastes of the Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for morning drinks, desserts, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed items in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it and store chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
