WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink from a new menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's bursting full of essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Place the listed items into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
