We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. It's a party-sized premix that is packed full of tastes of a festive period, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Cordial: Combine all the components in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, take off the burner allowing it to cool completely. Decant into an sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around a month.
For the Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for one minute until cold. Filter into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
