We present a simplified interpretation of a drink found on the seasonal menu. It's a batch pre-mixed which is loaded full of essence of a festive period, which makes it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Cordial: Combine all the items into a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for around one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour all the spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
