WThis is a home-style take on a drink found on our latest menu. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting full of essence of the festive period, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
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Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the items in a pan, bring to a gentle boil, stirring so the sugar melts. Then, take off the burner and leave to cool entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, seal and store chilled, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Combine the specified liquids into one sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of your cocktail base into a stirring glass filled with ice, and stir carefully for one minute until cold. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries and finish with a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
