WThis is an easy version of a cocktail featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that is loaded with the essence of a festive period, which makes it perfect for your holiday party. Any leftover syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put every components inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix every spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
