We present a home-style interpretation of a beverage found on our latest menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded full of flavours of the festive period, which makes it excellent for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for brunch beverages, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
Bikini
Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine the listed items in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, take off the stove and leave to cool down fully. Pour into a clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for about one month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquids in a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
