We present a simplified take on a cocktail featured on our latest menu. Designed as a party-sized premix which is loaded with the essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients inside a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the burner and leave to cool fully. Decant to a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for up to four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
