We present an easy interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal cocktail list. It's a large-volume premix that is bursting with the essence associated with Christmas time, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or for another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Cordial: Combine the listed ingredients inside a pot, bring to a light boil, stirring to dissolve. Next, take off the stove and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Premix: Combine all the spirits and syrup into one large bottle, let it rest for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute until cold. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.