We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail from our latest cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is bursting full of tastes of a holiday season, which makes it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Place every ingredients inside a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquids into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
