We present a home-style version of a beverage found on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that's packed full of essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components in a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, take off the stove and let it to cool completely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and complete it with a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
