WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail featured on our latest cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that is packed with the flavours of a holiday season, which makes it perfect for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place every ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix all the liquid ingredients into one large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
