We present a simplified version of a beverage found on the seasonal menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with the tastes of a festive period, making it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Cordial: Place all the items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the burner and leave to cool completely. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
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 frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
