WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink found on a new cocktail list. This is a batch premix that is bursting full of tastes associated with festive period, making it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Place all the ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the stove and leave to cool entirely. Pour into an sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
