WThis is a simplified version of a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the flavours of the festive period, making it perfect for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour every liquids in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base to a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
