WHere is an easy version of a cocktail from the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting with flavours of the Christmas time, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Decant into a sterilised bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into your mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain to a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
