We present a simplified take on a cocktail found on a new menu. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that is loaded full of flavours of a holiday season, making it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into one large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into your mixing glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
