WThis is an easy version of a drink featured on our latest menu. This is a batch premix which is bursting with the flavours of the festive period, rendering it ideal for a celebration. Any leftover syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the items in a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it will last for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
