WThis is an easy version of a cocktail found on a new menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's packed with the essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Filter into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
