We present a home-style version of a drink found on our latest drinks list. This is a batch premix that is loaded full of tastes associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for your celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every components in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the burner and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, where it will keep for about a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour every liquids into one large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Pour to a chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
