WThis is an easy version of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix which is packed with tastes of the festive period, which makes it excellent for your celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine all the ingredients in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat and leave to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into one large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to cool it down. Pour into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
