WHere is a simplified take on a beverage found on a new menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that's bursting with the flavours of a Christmas time, which makes it perfect for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
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Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
For the Cordial: Place the listed ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, take off the heat allowing it to cool fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Combine the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through preferably using muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
