WThis is a home-style interpretation of a cocktail found on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that's loaded full of flavours of a Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put every components inside a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids into one large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of your premix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
