We present an easy interpretation of a cocktail found on a new menu. It's a batch premix which is bursting with flavours of a Christmas time, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to make additional servings of the drink.
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Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put the listed items into a saucepan, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the heat and leave to cool down entirely. Transfer into a clean bottle, seal and store in the fridge, it will last for around a month.
For the Premix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the top.
