We present a home-style interpretation of a beverage from our latest menu. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is bursting with the tastes associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Combine all the components into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into one large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish with a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
