We present a home-style version of a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed which is loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or for more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it best through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
