We present a home-style version of a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a party-sized pre-mixed that is loaded with flavours of the Christmas time, making it ideal for your festive gathering. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Cordial: Combine the listed components into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove and leave to cool down fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix all the liquids in a large bottle, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring gently for a minute until cold. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
