WThis is an easy take on a drink featured on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's packed with the tastes of the Christmas time, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Cordial: Combine the listed components inside a pan, bring to a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
