WThis is a simplified version of a beverage featured on our latest drinks list. It's a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes of a festive period, making it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Put every ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
