WThis is a simplified version of a beverage from a new drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix which is packed with flavours of a Christmas time, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed items into a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the heat allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a sealable bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine every liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then filter it best through muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
