We present an easy interpretation of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. This is a party-sized premix that is bursting full of tastes of the festive period, rendering it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover syrup for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
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Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Cordial: Place all the components in a pot, bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the heat and let it to cool fully. Transfer to a sterilised bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with the cranberries and complete it with a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.
