We present an easy take on a beverage from a new menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting full of tastes of the festive period, making it excellent for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed items in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the burner and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix every liquid ingredients into a big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
