WThis is a simplified take on a drink from the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a party-sized premix which is bursting full of tastes of the holiday season, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of the drink.
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Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Place every items into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for around a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, let it rest for 60 minutes, then filter it best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
