WThis is a simplified interpretation of a cocktail found on our latest cocktail list. Designed as a large-volume premix that is bursting with the essence associated with festive period, rendering it perfect for a celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of the drink.
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Yields 10 people
For the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Drink (makes 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Method
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed components into a pot, bring to a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Then, turn off the stove allowing it to cool entirely. Decant into an sterilised bottle, close it and refrigerate it chilled, where it will keep for up to four weeks.
Preparing the Premix: Mix every liquids into a large bottle, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through muslin, to ensure it's fully clarified.
To serve: Measure 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and agitate carefully for about 60 seconds to chill. Pour into a cold coupe glass or a similar vessel, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil above the glass.
