La Petite Maison's Cocktail – The Method

We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal menu. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that is loaded full of flavours associated with Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.

The Bikini Cocktail

Makes enough for 10 servings

To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)

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

For the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)

400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing

Directions

For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, remove from the stove and leave to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.

Preparing the Premix: Combine every liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.

For serving: Pour 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.