WThis is an easy take on a drink featured on our latest drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix which is packed full of tastes of the Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the burner and leave to cool fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and store chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Premix: Pour all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Pour into a chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
