WThis is a simplified version of a drink from a new drinks list. Designed as a large-volume prepared mix which is bursting with flavours of a festive period, which makes it perfect for a festive gathering. Save the extra citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
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Yields 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place every items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, take off the burner and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it chilled, it will last for about four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup in a large bottle, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, so it's fully clarified.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the premix into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for one minute to chill. Strain into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch using a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
