WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on a new drinks list. This is a batch premix which is packed with essence of the Christmas time, which makes it ideal for your festive gathering. Any leftover syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
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Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every ingredients in a pot, bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve. Next, remove from the heat and let it to reach room temperature completely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Premix: Pour the specified liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, allow it to infuse for an hour, then strain best through muslin, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix into a cocktail shaker containing ice, and stir gently for one minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil above the glass.
