WThis is an easy interpretation of a cocktail from a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized premix that is loaded with essence associated with holiday season, making it perfect for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, take off the heat and let it to cool entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and finish with a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
