WThis is an easy take on a beverage found on a new drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of tastes of the Christmas time, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put every items inside a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine every liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
