We present a home-style interpretation of a cocktail from our latest cocktail list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed which is loaded with tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed components in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and leave to cool down entirely. Decant into a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
