We present a home-style interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal menu. This is a batch premix that is loaded with flavours associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Put every components into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Decant into a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine every liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
