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We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on a new menu. This is a batch premix that is packed with the tastes of a festive period, making it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of bikinis.

Bikini Recipe

Serves 10 people

Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)

300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar

Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)

400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Method

Making the Cordial: Combine all the ingredients inside a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it will last for up to one month.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through best through muslin, so it's completely strained.

For serving: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into your mixing glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for one minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.