This Festive Bikini – The Method
We present a simplified take on a beverage from a new cocktail list. It's a batch premix that's packed full of essence of the festive period, which makes it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every items inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the stove allowing it to cool down fully. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it and store chilled, where it will keep for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries and complete it with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
