We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail from a new menu. This is a party-sized premix that's bursting with essence of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Cordial: Combine all the ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool fully. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, seal and store in the fridge, where it will keep for about four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
