WHere is an easy take on a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed with the essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put all the items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the burner and let it to cool down fully. Decant to a clean bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about a month.
To make Premix: Mix the specified liquids into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
