WThis is an easy version of a drink featured on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with the tastes of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine every items into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, remove from the burner and let it to cool fully. Decant into an clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
