WHere is an easy version of a cocktail found on a new drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed that is packed with the tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed items into a pot, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, take off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
