WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on the seasonal menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix which is packed with the tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it excellent for a celebration. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool down completely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine every liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir gently for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
