The Holiday Bikini – The Method
We present a home-style version of a drink from our latest cocktail list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting full of flavours associated with holiday season, making it ideal for a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Combine all the liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
