WHere is a home-style interpretation of a drink found on our latest menu. This is a party-sized prepared mix that is bursting with the essence of a festive period, which makes it ideal for your holiday party. Reserve the remaining syrup you can use for brunch beverages, puddings, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
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Yields 10 servings
For the Clementine Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
For the Cocktail (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml decent vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Citrus Syrup: Combine all the components in a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner allowing it to reach room temperature entirely. Pour to a sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it can be stored for up to four weeks.
For the Premix: Mix all the liquids into one big jug, let it rest for one hour, then filter it , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the batch mix into your cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate gently for a minute to chill. Pour to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and complete it with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the top.
