WHere is a simplified take on a beverage from a new drinks list. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is loaded with essence associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine every items in a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
