WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed with flavours associated with festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix every spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
