WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that is bursting with the essence of a holiday season, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner and leave to cool fully. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for about one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into your stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
