WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail from a new cocktail list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's packed full of flavours of the holiday season, rendering it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place every components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine every spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
