We present an easy version of a beverage from the seasonal menu. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting full of essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for your festive gathering. Save the extra syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Place all the items in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
