This Festive Bikini – The Method
WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. Designed as a batch prepared mix that is bursting with essence of a festive period, which makes it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or for another batch of bikinis.
Bikini
Yields 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Syrup: Place all the components inside a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, seal keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
Preparing the Premix: Mix all the liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
