We present an easy version of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed which is loaded with the flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix all the liquids in a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a stirring glass containing ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
