WThis is a simplified take on a beverage featured on our latest cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed which is packed with tastes of the festive period, rendering it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Save the extra cordial to use in morning drinks, sweets, or to make another batch of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (makes 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
Making the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed ingredients inside a pot, heat until it reaches a light boil, stirring so the sugar melts. After that, take off the stove and let it to reach room temperature entirely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for about a month.
For the Premix: Mix all the spirits and syrup into a large bottle, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it best through cheesecloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Measure 85ml of your premix into your mixing glass containing ice, and stir carefully for one minute to chill. Strain into an frosted cocktail glass or a similar vessel, garnish with some cranberries and finish by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence over the top.
