La Petite Maison's Bikini – A Recipe

WHere is a simplified take on a drink found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed that's loaded with flavours of a festive period, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.

Bikini Recipe

Serves 10 servings

For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)

300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar

To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Directions

To prepare the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients in a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, take off the heat and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour all the spirits and syrup into a large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.

When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into your mixing glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.