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WThis is a home-style take on a drink found on a new drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is bursting with essence of a Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make more rounds of bikinis.

Bikini

Serves 10 guests

Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)

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

Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)

400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch

Method

To prepare the Cordial: Combine every items in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove allowing it to cool down fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and store chilled, it will last for up to four weeks.

Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.

When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.