We present a simplified take on a drink from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed that's loaded with the essence of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Put every ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool down fully. Pour to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids in a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the premix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with the cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
