WHere is an easy take on a cocktail from a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that's loaded full of tastes of a Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Cordial: Put the listed components into a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool down fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it will last for around one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for one minute until cold. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
