WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is loaded full of essence associated with holiday season, which makes it excellent for your celebration. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Syrup: Place all the components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to cool entirely. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
