WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a large-volume premix which is loaded with the tastes of a festive period, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, where it will keep for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix every liquids in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute to cool it down. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
