WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch premix that is loaded with essence of a Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place all the components into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for around four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour every liquid ingredients into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
