We present a home-style interpretation of a beverage from our latest menu. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix that's loaded with flavours associated with Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the items inside a pot, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix the specified liquids into one big jug, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute until cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence above the glass.
