We present an easy version of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is loaded with the flavours associated with festive period, making it ideal for a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Combine the listed ingredients in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.