WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is packed with the flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
