We present a home-style version of a drink from a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed with essence of the holiday season, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed items inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove and leave to cool completely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, seal and store chilled, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
