WHere is a simplified take on a beverage found on a new cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed that's loaded with the tastes associated with festive period, making it perfect for hosting a celebration. Any leftover cordial for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or for more rounds of the drink.
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Yields 10 people
To make the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g granulated sugar
To make the Cocktail (yields 850ml, serving 10)
400ml premium vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine cordial (as made above)
A few cranberries, to garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing
Directions
To prepare the Syrup: Put the listed items inside a pot, bring to a gentle boil, agitating until the sugar dissolves. Next, remove from the burner allowing it to cool fully. Transfer into an clean bottle, close it keeping it chilled, where it will keep for around a month.
For the Cocktail Base: Mix the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, leave to sit for 60 minutes, then strain , ideally through a fine cloth, to ensure it's completely strained.
To serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your cocktail shaker filled with ice, and stir lightly for about 60 seconds to cool it down. Pour to a cold coupe glass or similar, garnish with a few cranberries adding the final touch using a brief mist of the essential oil above the glass.
