We present an easy take on a drink from a new cocktail list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's packed with the essence associated with festive period, making it perfect for a celebration. Save the extra syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Place all the ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, take off the heat allowing it to cool down completely. Pour into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base to a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
