WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink from a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume prepared mix which is bursting with essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the components inside a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for about one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into an cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
