We present an easy version of a beverage from a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed with essence of a festive period, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or for another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner and let it to reach room temperature fully. Decant into a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to chill. Pour into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
