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We present an easy interpretation of a beverage featured on our latest drinks list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that is bursting with the flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.

Bikini

Serves 10 guests

To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)

300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar

For the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Method

For the Cordial: Put the listed items in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for up to one month.

To make Premix: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.

For serving: Add 85ml of your batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute until cold. Pour into a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.