WHere is a simplified version of a beverage found on the seasonal menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix which is loaded full of flavours of the Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Syrup: Combine the listed components in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour all the liquids into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
