WThis is a simplified take on a beverage found on our latest cocktail list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that is loaded with flavours of the festive period, making it excellent for a holiday party. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of the drink.
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Serves 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components into a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the stove and leave to reach room temperature completely. Transfer into a clean bottle, seal and store chilled, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain best through cheesecloth, making it fully clarified.
For serving: Add 85ml from the cocktail base into a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to cool it down. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
