WThis is an easy take on a drink featured on a new cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting with essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components into a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then filter it best through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
