WHere is a simplified version of a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is loaded with the essence associated with holiday season, which makes it perfect for your holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Syrup: Combine every ingredients in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down completely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around four weeks.
For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then filter it best through muslin, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and agitate gently for one minute until cold. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and complete it using a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
