WHere is a simplified version of a drink featured on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is loaded with the tastes associated with festive period, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed items in a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Pour into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine the specified liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
