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WHere is an easy version of a cocktail from a new cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is loaded with the tastes associated with holiday season, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.

The Bikini Cocktail

Makes enough for 10 people

Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)

300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar

To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)

400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch

Method

For the Cordial: Combine every ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat and leave to cool fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for about four weeks.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.

When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into your mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.