WThis is a home-style take on a drink found on a new cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that's loaded with essence of a festive period, making it ideal for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed items into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the heat and leave to cool down entirely. Decant to a sealable bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to one month.
For the Premix: Pour the specified liquids into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute to chill. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
