WHere is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail from a new drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that is packed full of tastes associated with festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a celebration. Any leftover citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
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Yields 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Place all the items inside a saucepan, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating to dissolve. After that, remove from the stove and let it to cool completely. Decant to a clean bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine all the liquids into one big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it preferably using cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into a stirring glass containing ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to chill. Pour into a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and finish using a brief mist of mandarin oil above the glass.
