We present an easy version of a beverage found on a new menu. Designed as a large-volume premix that's loaded with the tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Syrup: Put the listed items inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it will last for around a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into your mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
