We present an easy version of a beverage featured on our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix which is loaded full of essence associated with holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Put the listed items inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool fully. Pour into an clean bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for up to one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
