WHere is a home-style take on a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed with the flavours of the holiday season, making it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Cordial: Place every components in a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the stove allowing it to cool fully. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for around a month.
To make Premix: Mix all the liquids in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
