We present a simplified version of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is loaded full of tastes of the festive period, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool completely. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for around a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
