We present an easy interpretation of a beverage found on a new drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that is loaded with tastes of a festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a celebration. Save the extra syrup for brunch beverages, sweets, or for additional servings of this cocktail.
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Serves 10 people
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Instructions
To prepare the Syrup: Combine every components in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer to a clean bottle, close it and store chilled, where it will keep for up to a month.
To make Batch Mix: Mix all the liquids into a sizeable container, let it rest for one hour, then filter it preferably using a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
For serving: Add 85ml of your batch mix to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring gently for one minute to chill. Strain into a cold coupe glass or similar, top with a few cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of the essential oil above the glass.
