WHere is a simplified take on a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch premix that is packed with tastes of a holiday season, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Combine every components into a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for a minute until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
