We present a simplified take on a beverage from the seasonal menu. Designed as a large-volume premix that is bursting with tastes of the holiday season, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Any leftover syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Put every ingredients in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to cool fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids into one big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
