WThis is an easy interpretation of a cocktail found on a new cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that's packed with flavours of the festive period, which makes it excellent for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Place all the ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.