We present a simplified interpretation of a beverage featured on the seasonal menu. It's a batch premix that's loaded with tastes associated with Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your festive gathering. Any leftover cordial for morning drinks, desserts, or to make additional servings of this cocktail.
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Yields 10 servings
To make the Citrus Syrup (makes 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Premix (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Method
Making the Cordial: Combine the listed components in a pan, heat until it reaches a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, take off the stove allowing it to cool completely. Pour into a clean bottle, close it and store chilled, where it will keep for around four weeks.
For the Premix: Pour all the spirits and syrup into one sizeable container, let it rest for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's perfectly clear.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml of the premix to a stirring glass filled with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries and finish using a light spray of mandarin oil over the top.
