We present a simplified version of a beverage from the seasonal menu. Designed as a large-volume premix which is packed with the flavours associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for your holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine the listed components in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, take off the heat and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
