We present a home-style take on a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed with the essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature fully. Decant into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
