WHere is a simplified version of a cocktail found on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch premix which is loaded with essence of a festive period, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the stove and let it to cool completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every liquids into a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
