WThis is an easy interpretation of a beverage from our latest drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix that is loaded with the flavours associated with festive period, making it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, take off the stove and leave to cool fully. Decant to a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around a month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
