WHere is a simplified take on a cocktail featured on a new cocktail list. This is a large-volume prepared mix which is loaded with the essence associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the ingredients inside a pot, bring to a simmer, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, it will last for around four weeks.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour every liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for one hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute until cold. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it by giving it a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
