We present a home-style interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal menu. This is a batch premix which is loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Place every components in a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it and store chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
