WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on a new menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting full of flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Syrup: Combine every components inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, take off the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for about four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix every liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base to a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
