We present an easy interpretation of a beverage from our latest menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the flavours of a festive period, making it ideal for hosting a celebration. Save the extra cordial for breakfast cocktails, sweets, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Yields 10 people
Ingredients for the Clementine Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
Ingredients for the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
To prepare the Syrup: Combine all the components in a saucepan, bring to a light boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Next, turn off the burner and leave to reach room temperature entirely. Pour into an clean bottle, cap it and store in the fridge, it will last for up to one month.
Preparing the Cocktail Base: Mix all the liquids into a sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then strain preferably using muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base to a stirring glass filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for one minute to chill. Strain to a chilled martini glass or similar, top with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a quick spritz with the mandarin essence above the glass.
