WHere is a simplified interpretation of a beverage from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch prepared mix that's loaded with flavours associated with Christmas time, making it perfect for a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
For the Citrus Syrup: Place every components inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, take off the stove and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, seal keeping it in the fridge, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Premix: Combine every spirits and syrup into one large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
