We present a simplified version of a cocktail featured on a new menu. This is a batch pre-mixed that's packed with the tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place all the ingredients inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Decant into an clean bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup in a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through best through muslin, making it completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir lightly for one minute until cold. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
