WThis is a simplified version of a drink from the seasonal menu. It's a batch premix that is packed with the essence of the Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Cordial: Place the listed components inside a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for around a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
