We present a simplified version of a beverage found on a new drinks list. It's a large-volume pre-mixed that's bursting with essence associated with festive period, which makes it ideal for hosting a festive gathering. Reserve the remaining syrup for breakfast cocktails, desserts, or to mix more rounds of this cocktail.
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Serves 10 servings
Ingredients for the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)
300ml recently pressed clementine juice
200ml newly squeezed lemon juice
500g caster sugar
To make the Premix (yields 850ml, enough for 10)
400ml good quality vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach-flavored liqueur
200ml citrus syrup (see above)
Whole cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, as a final touch
Method
Making the Citrus Syrup: Combine every ingredients into a pan, bring to a light boil, agitating so the sugar melts. Next, remove from the burner and let it to reach room temperature fully. Transfer into a clean bottle, close it keeping it in the refrigerator, it can be stored for around a month.
For the Batch Mix: Mix every liquids in a large bottle, let it rest for 60 minutes, then strain preferably using a fine cloth, making it completely strained.
When ready to serve: Pour 85ml of your batch mix to a mixing glass packed with ice, gently stirring lightly for a minute to chill. Filter into an frosted cocktail glass or equivalent, decorate with some cranberries adding the final touch by giving it a brief mist with the mandarin essence over the drink.