We present a home-style version of a beverage from a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting with the essence of the festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
