WThis is an easy version of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that's loaded with essence of the festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the items inside a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove and let it to cool entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
