WHere is an easy interpretation of a beverage featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix which is packed with the essence of a festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
