WThis is a simplified take on a cocktail from the seasonal cocktail list. It's a batch pre-mixed which is loaded with tastes of the holiday season, rendering it perfect for your celebration. Save the extra cordial you can use for brunch beverages, sweets, or to make more rounds of the drink.
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Serves 10 guests
Ingredients for the Clementine Cordial (yields 750ml)
300ml newly squeezed clementine juice
200ml fresh lemon juice
500g fine sugar
For the Premix (yields 850ml, to serve 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml London dry gin
150ml peach schnapps
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Fresh cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Directions
To prepare the Cordial: Put all the components into a pot, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, stirring to dissolve. After that, turn off the stove and let it to reach room temperature completely. Decant into a sealable bottle, close it and store chilled, it can be stored for about one month.
To make Premix: Combine every liquid ingredients into one sizeable container, leave to sit for one hour, then filter it , ideally through a fine cloth, making it perfectly clear.
To serve: Add 85ml from the premix to a cocktail shaker containing ice, gently stirring carefully for one minute to cool it down. Filter to a cold coupe glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a light spray with the mandarin essence over the top.
