WHere is an easy version of a cocktail featured on our latest cocktail list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is loaded with the essence of the festive period, making it excellent for your celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components in a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute until cold. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
