WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that is loaded full of essence of the holiday season, which makes it excellent for your celebration. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour every liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
