We present an easy take on a drink found on our latest drinks list. It's a party-sized premix that is packed full of essence of a festive period, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine all the ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, cap it and store chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
