WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed with the flavours associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Combine all the items in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool down completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through best through muslin, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
