WHere is a simplified interpretation of a drink featured on a new menu. It's a batch pre-mixed that is bursting with the tastes of the holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to make another batch of the drink.
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Yields 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Cocktail (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine the listed items inside a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, remove from the stove and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into a clean bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around one month.
To make Batch Mix: Pour all the liquid ingredients in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, so it's fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Filter into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish with a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
