WHere is a home-style take on a drink featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that is packed full of essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the heat and let it to cool down completely. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Filter into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
