This Festive Cocktail – How to Make It
WHere is a simplified version of a drink from the seasonal drinks list. This is a large-volume premix which is loaded full of tastes of the festive period, making it perfect for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover syrup you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Cordial: Place every ingredients into a saucepan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an sealable bottle, seal keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for up to one month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix every liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries and finish using a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
