WThis is a home-style version of a drink found on a new cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is packed with the flavours of the festive period, making it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover cordial for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Place every ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the burner and let it to cool down fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
