WThis is an easy version of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized premix that is packed with the tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix every liquids in a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then filter it preferably using muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for one minute until cold. Strain into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
