WHere is a home-style version of a drink from our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume premix that is packed with tastes of a festive period, making it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner and leave to cool entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine every liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into your stirring glass containing ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
