WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume premix that is loaded full of essence of a holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put the listed components into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool completely. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your stirring glass containing ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
