WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's loaded with essence of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Syrup: Put every items into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
