We present an easy version of a drink featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is packed full of flavours of the holiday season, making it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine all the items inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner and let it to cool completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
