We present a simplified interpretation of a drink from a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume prepared mix which is bursting with tastes of a festive period, rendering it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Combine all the liquids into one sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Strain into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
