We present a simplified version of a drink from our latest drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix that's loaded full of essence associated with festive period, making it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine the listed ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the burner and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
