We present a simplified version of a drink featured on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch premix that is loaded full of flavours of the holiday season, making it perfect for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to a month.
For the Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
