WThis is a home-style version of a drink found on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix which is bursting with essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
Making the Syrup: Put the listed components into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, take off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Premix: Mix all the liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
