WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on our latest drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting with the tastes of a Christmas time, which makes it ideal for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover cordial you can use for morning drinks, sweets, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
To make the Drink (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
For the Syrup: Put every components into a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating to dissolve. Then, take off the heat and let it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Pour all the liquid ingredients into a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
For serving: Pour 85ml from the cocktail base into a mixing glass containing ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into an chilled martini glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
