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WThis is a simplified interpretation of a drink from our latest cocktail list. This is a party-sized premix that is bursting full of essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of bikinis.

Bikini Recipe

Yields 10 guests

For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)

300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar

For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, enough for 10)

400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Directions

For the Citrus Syrup: Place all the ingredients in a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the heat and let it to cool fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.

Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.

For serving: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an chilled martini glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.