We present an easy version of a cocktail featured on the seasonal menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that's bursting with the tastes associated with holiday season, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Any leftover syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every items into a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner allowing it to cool completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Pour all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute until cold. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
