WThis is an easy take on a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's bursting with the flavours of the holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine all the items into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it will last for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.