WHere is a simplified version of a beverage from our latest cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed that is packed with the flavours associated with festive period, which makes it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of this cocktail.
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Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Syrup: Combine the listed ingredients into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and let it to cool down fully. Pour into an clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour all the liquids into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
