We present a home-style interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that is loaded with the flavours associated with festive period, rendering it ideal for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
