We present an easy version of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. It's a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting full of essence associated with festive period, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine all the ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool entirely. Pour into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it will last for about one month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour every liquid ingredients into a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
