We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's packed with tastes of the Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine all the ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour every liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.