Tarquin's The Cornish Figgy Pudding Gin, 700 ml

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Taking its name from an alternative moniker for Christmas pudding, Tarquin’s Figgy Pudding Gin sees its Cornish Dry Gin infused with dried figs, clementine zest, Christmas spices and blow-torched, brandy-soaked cherry wood chips. On the nose, it conjures up the image of a steamed pudding with alcohol-soaked fruits and dark-golden caramel. The palate is syrupy but beautifully light and not too sweet, with notes of dates and figs in syrup, powdered ginger and cinnamon, and buttery cake batter. Tarquin’s suggests enjoying the gin in a Festive Fig-roni, or paired with ginger ale for a longer drink; for optimal enjoyment, find a comfy chair in front of a roaring fire!

My granny always added a mashed banana to her pudding – so I do too. There’s a reason for it, though: it acts as a natural binding agent and adds extra sweetness. As with when making banana bread, a brown-skinned banana is ideal – easier to mash and with more caramelly flavours. Age it like a fine wineMethod: Add Aberfeldy 12, apple juice, lemon juice and syrup to a glass and stir. Pour into a champagne flute and top with sparkling wine. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and a dehydrated apple slice. Method: Add all ingredients into a mixing glass with ice and stir until cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish with a piece of dark chocolate and a raspberry. For a long drink try it with spiced ginger ale or a light tonic over lots of ice with a slice of orange for a super simple delicious drink with a spiced festive twist! There’s lots of dried fruit in the shops in the run-up to Christmas and, for the trad pudding, I always think the more the merrier. It’s important to have a good base of raisins, sultanas and currants, but don’t stop there. I add dried apricots for some tang and prunes for their gooey richness. Some people turn their noses up at sweeter-than-sweet glacé cherries, but I love their lurid colour and satisfyingly sugary texture, so they’re going in for me. If you’re dead set against the glacé, try a maraschino cherry – more natural in colour and texture.

I’m a big fan of a condiment with one specific use. Some prefer custard or ice cream with their pud but when else is it socially accepted to eat heaps of sugary boozy butter? Brandy butter it is, then. AppNexus sets the anj cookie that contains data stating whether a cookie ID is synced with partners. The LIVE virtual tastings are carried out in the last week of the month. Please keep an eye on our socials for confirmed dates! Best enjoyed in your favourite chair next to a roaring fire mixed with ginger ale and garnished with an orange wedge and fresh thyme or served as a ‘Festive Fig-roni’ with Campari, Sweet Vermouth and a clementine twist – it’s sure to bring some warming Cornish cheer to your glass this Festive period!If hot toddies are your thing, consider this ginger-infused winter warmer. Brew with ginger tea bags for a stress free steamy sip. MediaMath sets this cookie to avoid the same ads from being shown repeatedly and for relevant advertising. Method: Add all ingredients to a mixing tin over ice, shake and strain. Pour into a highball or wine glass of crushed ice and garnish with fruit and herbs of your choice. (Use any red wine you have on hand; this is a great way to finish a bottle from the night before). The next day, put the breadcrumbs, flour, a pinch of fine sea salt, spices, sugar and almonds in a mixing bowl and stir. In a small bowl, beat the eggs and treacle, then add to the dry ingredients with the melted butter, apple, soaked fruit and any juices left in the bowl. Mix well (see Know-how) and taste – add more mixed spice or sloe gin if you like. Stoke the fire, relax into your favourite chair and enjoy some true Cornish festive cheer with Tarquin‘s Figgy Pudding Gin.