We present a simplified take on a cocktail found on a new drinks list. It's a batch premix that's loaded with the essence of the holiday season, rendering it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
