We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that is loaded with the flavours of a holiday season, rendering it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Cordial: Put every items in a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove allowing it to cool down fully. Pour to a sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
