WHere is a home-style take on a drink found on a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every ingredients in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
