WHere is an easy version of a beverage from our latest cocktail list. It's a batch prepared mix that is loaded with essence of the holiday season, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
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Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put all the items in a pan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner and leave to cool completely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, seal and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
To make Premix: Pour every spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, so it's completely strained.
For serving: Measure 85ml of your premix into a mixing glass filled with ice, and agitate lightly for about 60 seconds until cold. Pour into an cold coupe glass or similar, top with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
