WThis is a simplified take on a drink found on our latest cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with essence of the festive period, making it ideal for your festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put all the components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, take off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Pour to a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your mixing glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it with a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
