La Petite Maison's Bikini – The Method

We present an easy take on a cocktail found on the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume prepared mix which is loaded with the tastes of the festive period, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.

The Bikini Cocktail

Yields 10 people

For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)

300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar

To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)

400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing

Method

To prepare the Cordial: Place every components into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, remove from the heat and leave to cool completely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.

When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix to a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute until cold. Pour into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.