WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from a new drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's packed with tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Syrup: Place all the ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Next, take off the burner and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base to a mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
