We present a home-style version of a cocktail found on a new drinks list. This is a batch pre-mixed which is loaded full of tastes associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup to use in morning drinks, desserts, or for additional servings of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 people
For the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Premix (makes 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components in a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, remove from the burner allowing it to cool down completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, seal and store in the fridge, where it will keep for around four weeks.
To make Batch Mix: Mix every liquid ingredients into a sizeable container, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using muslin, so it's completely strained.
To serve: Measure 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir gently for about 60 seconds to chill. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries adding the final touch using a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the drink.
