We present a home-style version of a beverage from the seasonal menu. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's loaded with the flavours associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put all the items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
