WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch prepared mix that is packed with tastes associated with Christmas time, making it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature completely. Decant into an clean bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to one month.
To make Cocktail Base: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a frosted cocktail glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish with a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
