WHere is a home-style version of a drink from our latest drinks list. This is a large-volume premix that's packed full of essence of a holiday season, rendering it perfect for your celebration. Reserve the remaining cordial you can use for morning drinks, puddings, or for another batch of the drink.
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Makes enough for 10 servings
For the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
For the Drink (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
Whole cranberries, for garnish
Mandarin essential oil, to finish
Instructions
To prepare the Citrus Syrup: Put the listed ingredients in a pot, bring to a light boil, mixing until the sugar dissolves. Next, take off the heat allowing it to cool completely. Transfer to a sealable bottle, cap it and store in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
Preparing the Batch Mix: Combine every spirits and syrup into a big jug, let it rest for an hour, then pass it through , ideally through cheesecloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Add 85ml of the cocktail base to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Filter into a cold coupe glass or equivalent, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch with a light spray of the essential oil over the drink.
