WHere is a simplified version of a beverage featured on a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that is loaded with tastes of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place the listed ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
