WHere is an easy take on a drink featured on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a large-volume premix that's loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the heat and let it to cool completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
