We present a simplified take on a drink from a new menu. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's loaded full of flavours associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components into a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat and let it to cool fully. Pour into an sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
