We present a simplified take on a drink featured on a new drinks list. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed full of essence of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine every ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove allowing it to cool completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
