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WHere is a simplified version of a drink from our latest cocktail list. It's a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting with the tastes of a Christmas time, rendering it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.

The Bikini Cocktail

Serves 10 servings

Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)

300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar

For the Premix (yields 850ml, serving 10)

400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing

Method

For the Cordial: Put the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the burner and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about four weeks.

For the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.

For serving: Add 85ml of your batch mix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.