WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on our latest cocktail list. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of essence of the holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put every items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove and leave to reach room temperature completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries and complete it with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
