We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix that's bursting with essence of the festive period, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Syrup: Combine every ingredients inside a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the premix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
