We present a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on a new cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is packed full of essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Any leftover cordial to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine every ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Transfer to a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
