WThis is a simplified version of a drink from the seasonal menu. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting full of flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it ideal for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Syrup: Put every components inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool completely. Decant into a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
