We present a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is loaded with the essence of the holiday season, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Place every components in a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the stove allowing it to cool down entirely. Pour to a clean bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through muslin, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
