WThis is an easy interpretation of a drink from a new drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix that is packed with the flavours of a festive period, rendering it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Put all the items into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, take off the heat and leave to cool completely. Decant to a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
