WThis is a simplified version of a drink featured on a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix that's loaded with the flavours of a festive period, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed items inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Then, remove from the heat and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
