We present a simplified version of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with the essence associated with holiday season, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine all the items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and leave to cool down completely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
