WHere is an easy take on a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's bursting full of flavours of the holiday season, rendering it ideal for a celebration. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Cordial: Combine every items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix all the liquid ingredients into a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
