We present a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch premix that is packed with essence of a holiday season, rendering it perfect for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Combine all the liquid ingredients into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
