We present a simplified version of a drink from a new menu. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting with the essence of the holiday season, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put all the ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove and leave to cool down fully. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
