La Petite Maison's Bikini – How to Make It
WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch premix which is bursting with the tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pot, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix every liquid ingredients in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass containing ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
