We present a home-style interpretation of a drink featured on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded full of tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for about one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
