WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that is loaded with flavours associated with holiday season, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat and let it to cool completely. Decant to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
