WThis is a simplified version of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume premix that is loaded full of essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for your celebration. Save the extra syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Put the listed components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the heat and leave to cool down fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for up to a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
