We present a home-style interpretation of a cocktail found on a new drinks list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is packed full of flavours of the holiday season, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Cordial: Put the listed components inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
