WThis is a home-style version of a drink from a new menu. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's packed with the essence of the festive period, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Place every ingredients in a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
