WHere is a simplified version of a beverage from our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch premix that's packed full of tastes of a festive period, rendering it ideal for your celebration. Any leftover cordial for morning drinks, puddings, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove and let it to cool completely. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
