WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that is bursting full of flavours of a holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components into a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the heat and leave to cool down completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
