WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal cocktail list. Designed as a party-sized pre-mixed that's packed full of tastes of the holiday season, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or for another batch of the drink.
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Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and let it to cool entirely. Decant to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine every spirits and syrup into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the drink.
