We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that's bursting with flavours of a Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed ingredients inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down entirely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
