We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch premix that is loaded with tastes of the festive period, making it perfect for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Combine all the items in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, turn off the stove allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an clean bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every liquids into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it , ideally through cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute until cold. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
