We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on our latest menu. This is a batch prepared mix that is loaded with the essence of a Christmas time, rendering it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put all the items into a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the premix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute until cold. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
