We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from our latest cocktail list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed full of tastes of the Christmas time, making it perfect for your festive gathering. Any leftover cordial for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every ingredients inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
