WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed which is packed with flavours of the festive period, rendering it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and store chilled, where it will keep for about a month.
For the Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
