We present a home-style interpretation of a beverage found on our latest menu. This is a large-volume prepared mix that's packed with the flavours associated with Christmas time, rendering it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put all the components inside a saucepan, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the heat and let it to reach room temperature fully. Pour to a sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for about a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour all the liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain into a chilled martini glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
