WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink from our latest cocktail list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that is packed full of essence of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for morning drinks, desserts, or to mix more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put all the ingredients inside a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the burner and let it to cool down completely. Decant into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour every liquid ingredients in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute until cold. Strain to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
