We present a simplified take on a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix which is bursting with the tastes of a festive period, rendering it perfect for your holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
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Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put every components inside a saucepan, bring to a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the stove and leave to cool fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine all the liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
