We present a simplified interpretation of a cocktail featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix which is loaded with essence associated with festive period, making it perfect for a holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make more rounds of the drink.
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Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Pour into an sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine every liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of your premix into your stirring glass containing ice, and stir lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries and finish with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the top.
