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WHere is a simplified version of a beverage from the seasonal drinks list. This is a batch prepared mix which is loaded with the essence associated with Christmas time, which makes it excellent for your holiday party. Any leftover citrus syrup you can use for breakfast cocktails, puddings, or to mix another batch of this cocktail.

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Yields 10 people

To make the Citrus Syrup (produces 750ml)

300ml fresh clementine juice
200ml recently pressed lemon juice
500g caster sugar

To make the Cocktail (makes 850ml, serving 10)

400ml decent vodka
100ml dry gin
150ml peach liqueur
200ml clementine syrup (as made above)
A few cranberries, as a garnish
Mandarin essential oil, for finishing

Method

Making the Cordial: Place the listed items in a saucepan, heat until it reaches a gentle boil, mixing to dissolve. Next, turn off the stove and let it to cool down completely. Transfer into an clean bottle, cap it and refrigerate it in the fridge, it will last for up to four weeks.

For the Batch Mix: Pour the specified spirits and syrup into a sizeable container, allow it to infuse for 60 minutes, then strain best through cheesecloth, so it's fully clarified.

To serve: Pour 85ml of your cocktail base into your stirring glass packed with ice, gently stirring carefully for a minute until cold. Filter to a frosted cocktail glass or similar, decorate with a few cranberries and finish with a brief mist of mandarin oil over the drink.