WThis is a simplified take on a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is loaded with the flavours associated with festive period, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Cordial: Combine all the items into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove and let it to cool entirely. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into your stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
