WThis is an easy version of a cocktail from our latest menu. Designed as a batch premix which is loaded with flavours associated with festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Save the extra syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or for another batch of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine the listed components into a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing so the sugar melts. Then, turn off the burner and let it to cool fully. Pour into a sterilised bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, where it will keep for up to one month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine all the spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it best through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for a minute to chill. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz of mandarin oil above the glass.
