We present a simplified take on a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix that is bursting full of tastes of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put the listed items in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the burner and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
