WThis is a home-style take on a beverage featured on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed with essence associated with holiday season, making it ideal for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base into your mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
