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We present an easy version of a drink featured on a new menu. This is a large-volume pre-mixed that is loaded with the tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.

The Bikini Cocktail

Yields 10 guests

Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)

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

For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)

400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish

Directions

For the Cordial: Place the listed components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner allowing it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about a month.

For the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified liquids in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it completely strained.

For serving: Pour 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to cool it down. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.