We present an easy take on a cocktail featured on the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized pre-mixed that is loaded with essence associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
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Serves 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, close it and store chilled, it will last for around four weeks.
To make Premix: Mix every spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for one minute to chill. Strain to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and finish with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
