We present an easy version of a drink featured on our latest menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with the essence of the festive period, which makes it ideal for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about a month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
