La Petite Maison's Bikini – The Method
WHere is an easy version of a cocktail from our latest drinks list. Designed as a large-volume premix that is bursting full of essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make additional servings of the drink.
Bikini Recipe
Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Syrup: Place all the items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into your stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to cool it down. Strain into an cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil over the top.