We present an easy take on a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed which is loaded with flavours of a holiday season, rendering it perfect for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in brunch beverages, desserts, or to make additional servings of the drink.
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Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place the listed components inside a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. After that, turn off the stove allowing it to cool down completely. Pour into an sealable bottle, cap it and store chilled, it can be stored for about four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour all the liquids into a large bottle, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the batch mix into your mixing glass packed with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, decorate with a few cranberries and finish using a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
