WThis is an easy take on a drink from our latest menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that is packed with the essence of a Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Cordial: Put every components in a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Decant to a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquid ingredients into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
