We present an easy interpretation of a drink from a new menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that is packed with the tastes of a festive period, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Syrup: Combine every ingredients inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the stove and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.