We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix that's bursting with flavours associated with festive period, rendering it excellent for a festive gathering. Save the extra syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Cordial: Combine all the ingredients in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Decant to a clean bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into your mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
