We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. It's a batch prepared mix which is bursting full of essence associated with Christmas time, making it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining cordial to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for about four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
