We present an easy version of a beverage found on our latest menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is packed with essence of the holiday season, which makes it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of bikinis.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed components into a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for about a month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the liquids in a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
