We present an easy take on a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. It's a batch premix that's packed with essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat and leave to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a clean bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Combine every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
