We present a simplified take on a cocktail featured on a new drinks list. It's a batch prepared mix that is bursting with the tastes of a festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to make another batch of the drink.
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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 caster sugar
To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine all the components in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
For the Premix: Pour every liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, making it fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into a stirring glass containing ice, and stir gently for a minute until cold. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
