WThis is an easy version of a beverage from a new drinks list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that's loaded full of flavours of the festive period, making it ideal for a celebration. Any leftover syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat allowing it to cool down completely. Decant to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of the premix into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to chill. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
