WHere is an easy take on a cocktail from the seasonal drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that is loaded with essence of the festive period, rendering it excellent for your holiday party. Save the extra syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix another batch of the drink.
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Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components inside a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through best through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
