WThis is a simplified take on a beverage featured on a new cocktail list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with tastes associated with festive period, rendering it ideal for your celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
