We present a simplified version of a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed that is bursting with essence of a Christmas time, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and let it to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
