WHere is an easy version of a drink found on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch premix that's loaded with the tastes of a holiday season, which makes it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every items inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, take off the stove and leave to cool down fully. Decant to a sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Premix: Mix every liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
