WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is packed with essence associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Put every ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the heat and let it to cool entirely. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.