WHere is an easy interpretation of a drink found on our latest drinks list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed that's loaded with the flavours associated with Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items inside a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour every liquid ingredients into a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
