WHere is an easy version of a beverage found on a new drinks list. It's a large-volume premix that is packed full of flavours of a Christmas time, making it perfect for your celebration. Any leftover cordial for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make another batch of the drink.
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Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (see above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
For the Syrup: Place the listed ingredients into a saucepan, bring to a gentle boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Then, take off the stove and leave to cool fully. Transfer into a sterilised bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the refrigerator, where it will keep for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Mix the specified spirits and syrup in a big jug, leave to sit for an hour, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, so it's completely strained.
When ready to serve: Measure 85ml from the premix into a cocktail shaker packed with ice, and stir lightly for a minute to cool it down. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, garnish with the cranberries and finish by giving it a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
