WThis is a simplified version of a beverage from a new drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that is bursting full of tastes associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and leave to cool down entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
