WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a batch premix which is loaded with flavours associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put the listed ingredients inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into a clean bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for around a month.
To make Premix: Combine every liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
