We present a home-style version of a drink featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that is packed with the essence of the Christmas time, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to make additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put the listed items into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Pour into an sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix every spirits and syrup into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
