WHere is an easy take on a cocktail found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a batch prepared mix which is bursting full of tastes associated with festive period, rendering it excellent for hosting a celebration. Reserve the remaining syrup to use in morning drinks, puddings, or to mix another batch of the drink.
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Yields 10 guests
To make the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g fine sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Directions
Making the Cordial: Put every items into a pan, bring to a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, turn off the stove and leave to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for up to one month.
For the Premix: Combine the specified liquid ingredients into one large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass containing ice, and agitate gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with some cranberries adding the final touch with a brief mist of the essential oil over the drink.
