WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on our latest menu. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that is loaded with essence of the Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for more rounds of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Put every components in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, remove from the burner and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix every liquid ingredients into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for a minute until cold. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
