La Petite Maison's Cocktail – A Recipe
WThis is an easy version of a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed with essence of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix another batch of bikinis.
The Bikini Cocktail
Yields 10 guests
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Cordial: Combine the listed components into a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the burner and leave to cool down completely. Pour into a sealable bottle, seal and store chilled, it will last for about a month.
To make Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
