WThis is an easy version of a beverage found on our latest drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is loaded with essence of the festive period, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients in a pan, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the stove allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to chill. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
