WThis is a simplified interpretation of a beverage found on the seasonal cocktail list. This is a batch pre-mixed that's bursting with tastes of a holiday season, making it excellent for your festive gathering. Reserve the remaining citrus syrup for morning drinks, desserts, or to make more rounds of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Clementine Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, serving 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Place every items in a pot, bring to a light boil, agitating to dissolve. After that, turn off the heat and let it to cool down entirely. Transfer into an sealable bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for up to a month.
Preparing the Premix: Pour all the spirits and syrup into one large bottle, leave to sit for an hour, then filter it best through a fine cloth, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
For serving: Pour 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and agitate carefully for one minute until cold. Pour to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with the cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of mandarin oil over the drink.
