WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest drinks list. It's a party-sized premix which is bursting full of tastes associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Put all the ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool fully. Pour into an clean bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
