We present an easy version of a cocktail found on a new cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is packed with the tastes of a holiday season, which makes it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components in a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, seal keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
