WThis is an easy version of a cocktail featured on our latest menu. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix which is packed with the tastes associated with Christmas time, making it ideal for a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients into a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, take off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Pour into an clean bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
