We present a simplified take on a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is bursting with tastes of a Christmas time, making it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components into a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
