WHere is an easy take on a beverage from our latest cocktail list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is bursting full of tastes of the festive period, making it excellent for a celebration. Save the extra cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
