We present an easy version of a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is packed with tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix to a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
