We present an easy version of a drink from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch prepared mix which is packed with the essence associated with festive period, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine the listed items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool fully. Pour into a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
