This Festive Bikini – The Method
We present a simplified take on a drink from the seasonal menu. It's a batch prepared mix which is loaded full of tastes of the holiday season, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine all the ingredients in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Decant to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it will last for around a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquids into a big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and finish with a light spray of the essential oil over the top.
