WThis is a simplified version of a drink featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is loaded full of tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it excellent for your holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and let it to cool completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, and stir gently for one minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
