La Petite Maison's Cocktail – How to Make It

WThis is an easy version of a beverage from our latest drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix which is loaded with tastes of a festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.

Bikini Recipe

Yields 10 people

Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 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 dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Instructions

For the Citrus Syrup: Place every items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.

To make Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain best through muslin, making it completely strained.

For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.