WHere is an easy version of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is packed full of tastes associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put the listed components into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
