WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume pre-mixed which is bursting full of essence of a holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Cordial: Combine all the components into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. Then, take off the stove and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Decant into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
For the Premix: Combine every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir lightly for a minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
