We present a simplified version of a cocktail found on our latest menu. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is loaded with essence associated with holiday season, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make additional servings of the drink.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
For the Syrup: Put every components in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner allowing it to cool down entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of the premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
