WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed which is loaded with the essence of the festive period, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Place all the ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool down entirely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for around a month.
To make Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Filter to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
