WHere is an easy interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal menu. It's a party-sized pre-mixed which is bursting full of essence of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place every items in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, take off the stove and let it to reach room temperature fully. Pour to a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix all the liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
