WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail found on a new cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed which is loaded with the essence associated with holiday season, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Place every items in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the heat and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
