We present an easy take on a drink from our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix that's loaded full of flavours of a festive period, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the ingredients into a pan, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. After that, take off the heat allowing it to cool down completely. Decant to a sterilised bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, it can be stored for about a month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquids in a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain best through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass packed with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds until cold. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
