This Festive Bikini – The Method

WHere is a simplified take on a beverage featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume premix which is packed with tastes of a Christmas time, making it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix additional servings of bikinis.

Bikini Recipe

Serves 10 people

For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)

300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar

For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Directions

For the Citrus Syrup: Place every ingredients into a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool down fully. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about four weeks.

To make Batch Mix: Pour all the spirits and syrup into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.

When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into a mixing glass containing ice, and stir gently for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.