WHere is an easy take on a drink featured on our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is packed with the tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, take off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour every liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with the cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
