WThis is an easy version of a drink from the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with flavours of a Christmas time, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put the listed items in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Filter into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
