We present a simplified version of a beverage found on a new cocktail list. It's a party-sized premix that's bursting full of flavours associated with holiday season, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or for another batch of the drink.
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Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Syrup: Put all the ingredients in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner and let it to cool completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it chilled, it will last for around one month.
For the Premix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for a minute to chill. Filter into an cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with some cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the top.
