WThis is an easy version of a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that is loaded with essence of a Christmas time, which makes it ideal for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Cordial: Place the listed items in a pan, bring to a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Decant into a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
