WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on our latest cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix which is packed full of essence associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put every components into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
