WThis is an easy take on a beverage featured on the seasonal drinks list. Designed as a batch pre-mixed that is bursting with the flavours of a festive period, which makes it excellent for hosting a holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup for brunch beverages, desserts, or to mix additional servings of this cocktail.
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Makes enough for 10 people
To make the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
Ingredients for the Drink (produces 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml classic gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (from the recipe above)
Whole cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Instructions
For the Syrup: Combine the listed components in a pot, heat until it reaches a simmer, mixing until the sugar dissolves. After that, remove from the burner and leave to cool down entirely. Decant into a sterilised bottle, close it and store in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around one month.
To make Premix: Mix the specified liquid ingredients in a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then strain best through a fine cloth, making it fully clarified.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of the premix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute until cold. Pour into an chilled martini glass or equivalent, top with the cranberries and finish with a quick spritz of the essential oil over the drink.
