WHere is a simplified take on a beverage featured on our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
For the Premix: Mix the specified liquids in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
