WThis is an easy version of a beverage found on a new drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's loaded with essence of the festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to cool completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every liquid ingredients into a large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for one minute until cold. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
