WHere is a home-style interpretation of a drink from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch premix that is packed with the essence of a festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a festive gathering. Any leftover syrup you can use for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 servings
To make the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (from the recipe above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Syrup: Combine the listed items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating to dissolve. Next, turn off the burner and leave to cool entirely. Transfer into a clean bottle, cap it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through muslin, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute to chill. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray with the mandarin essence above the glass.
