WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink found on our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's bursting full of essence of a festive period, making it excellent for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
For the Cordial: Place all the components into a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the burner allowing it to cool down completely. Transfer into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every liquid ingredients into one large bottle, allow it to infuse for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml from the premix into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to cool it down. Strain to a cold coupe glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it with a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
