La Petite Maison's Bikini – A Recipe
We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized premix which is loaded with tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Yields 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine the listed items inside a pan, bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, take off the stove and leave to cool down completely. Decant into an sealable bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
To make Premix: Pour all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.