WHere is a simplified version of a drink from our latest menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's packed full of essence of a Christmas time, making it ideal for your celebration. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquids in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
