We present a simplified version of a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that's bursting full of essence of the holiday season, making it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put every items inside a pan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat and leave to cool fully. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for up to one month.
For the Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
