WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting full of essence of a holiday season, which makes it excellent for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place every components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat allowing it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.
To make Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
