WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that's packed full of tastes of the Christmas time, making it ideal for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquids into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
