We present a simplified version of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is loaded full of tastes associated with holiday season, rendering it ideal for your festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Put the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute until cold. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
