We present a home-style take on a drink from a new drinks list. This is a large-volume premix that is loaded full of tastes of the holiday season, making it perfect for your holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup for morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 guests
For the Clementine Cordial (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the items into a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the stove allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into a sealable bottle, cap it and store chilled, where it will keep for about one month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour every liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, top with some cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the top.
