We present an easy version of a cocktail found on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting full of tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine all the components into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and leave to cool down fully. Pour into an clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
