WThis is a simplified version of a drink found on the seasonal menu. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that's loaded full of tastes of the Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine the listed items into a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the stove and leave to cool completely. Decant into a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every liquids into a big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your mixing glass containing ice, and stir gently for a minute to chill. Filter into an cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
