We present a home-style interpretation of a drink featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume premix which is packed with the tastes of a festive period, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover cordial for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the stove and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute to cool it down. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
