WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with the flavours associated with holiday season, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine the listed components inside a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the heat allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it will last for about a month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
