We present a simplified version of a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed with essence associated with festive period, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place every components into a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your premix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.