We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from our latest menu. It's a party-sized pre-mixed which is bursting with the flavours associated with festive period, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place every components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the heat and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
