We present an easy version of a beverage found on a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting full of essence associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the heat and let it to cool completely. Decant into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a stirring glass containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
