We present a simplified take on a beverage found on a new drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed that is packed with tastes associated with holiday season, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
The Bikini Cocktail
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Place every components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.
For the Premix: Mix the specified liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the batch mix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to cool it down. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
