WHere is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the ingredients in a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove and leave to cool fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
For the Premix: Combine all the liquids in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
