We present a simplified version of a beverage found on our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that's loaded with essence of the Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put all the ingredients into a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, turn off the burner and leave to cool down completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every liquids into a large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
