WThis is an easy take on a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting with the tastes of the festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for up to one month.
For the Premix: Mix every liquids in a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
