WThis is an easy take on a cocktail from our latest cocktail list. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded with the tastes of the Christmas time, rendering it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
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Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put every ingredients inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Then, turn off the stove and let it to cool completely. Pour into an clean bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
To make Premix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into one big jug, allow it to infuse for one hour, then strain , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.
