We present a simplified interpretation of a drink found on a new menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's loaded with essence of a festive period, rendering it ideal for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the items into a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, take off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour every liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it using a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
