WThis is a home-style version of a drink from our latest menu. It's a large-volume prepared mix that is bursting with essence of the Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
Making the Cordial: Place all the items into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Add 85ml of your batch mix into your stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
