WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail from our latest cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized prepared mix which is bursting full of essence of the Christmas time, making it ideal for your holiday party. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing to dissolve. Then, take off the burner allowing it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into an sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base to a stirring glass packed with ice, and stir lightly for a minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
