WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on a new menu. It's a large-volume premix which is packed with the essence of a festive period, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the stove and let it to cool completely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base to a mixing glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, top with the cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
