That’s right folks, clementine vodka liqueur – the perfect Christmas tipple for gifting or supping by the fire.

Ingredients

• 10 unwaxed clementines, washed
• 1 litre vodka (only ever the good stuff)
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 vanilla pods
• 4 star anise
• 625g caster sugar

Method

1. Zest the clementines (avoiding the pith) and place in a sterilised kilner jar or similar.
2. Add the vodka and spices, seal and leave for a week to infuse, shaking once daily.
3. Dissolve the sugar in 500ml boiling water, cool completely and combine with the spiced vodka mix.
4. Continue to shake daily for a second week.
5. Strain into sterilised bottles.
6. Serve over ice or as a base for champagne cocktails.