We present a home-style take on a drink found on a new menu. This is a batch premix that's loaded full of flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine every items in a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, take off the burner allowing it to cool down entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
To make Premix: Combine the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
