WThis is an easy version of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is packed with essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Cordial: Place the listed components inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and let it to cool entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
