WThis is a simplified take on a drink found on the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix which is packed with the flavours of a holiday season, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
To make Premix: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
