WThis is a home-style version of a drink featured on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch premix that is packed full of flavours of a holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine every components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to cool completely. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your premix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with the cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
