We present a simplified version of a drink from the seasonal menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that is bursting with the essence of the Christmas time, making it perfect for a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Syrup: Combine every items inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Strain into a chilled martini glass or equivalent, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
