WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on the seasonal menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting with the essence of a festive period, rendering it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat and let it to cool completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix every liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
