WThis is an easy take on a beverage found on the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is loaded full of tastes of the festive period, rendering it excellent for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix additional servings of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Syrup: Place the listed components inside a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, remove from the burner and leave to cool down fully. Decant into an sealable bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it can be stored for around four weeks.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Combine every liquid ingredients in a big jug, allow it to infuse for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through muslin, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the cocktail base to a stirring glass containing ice, and stir carefully for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
