We present a simplified take on a drink featured on our latest menu. This is a party-sized premix which is loaded with the essence of the festive period, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra cordial you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for additional servings of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Combine the listed components in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Pour into a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for a minute to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
