We present a simplified version of a beverage found on a new cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with the tastes of a holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Syrup: Combine all the items into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
