We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from our latest menu. It's a batch prepared mix that is bursting with the essence of a holiday season, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the components into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids into one large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to chill. Pour to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
