We present a simplified take on a drink featured on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is packed full of essence associated with festive period, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for additional servings of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put all the components inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, take off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Pour into a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
