WHere is an easy take on a drink from our latest menu. This is a party-sized pre-mixed which is packed with the tastes of a festive period, which makes it excellent for a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or for more rounds of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
For the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Drink (produces 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place the listed components into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, remove from the burner and leave to cool entirely. Transfer to a clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for up to a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix all the liquid ingredients into one big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through preferably using cheesecloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the batch mix into a stirring glass packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to cool it down. Strain to a frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a quick spritz of mandarin oil over the drink.
