We present a simplified take on a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded full of tastes associated with festive period, making it excellent for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Put the listed items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, turn off the burner and let it to reach room temperature fully. Decant to a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
