Step 1

Mix the dried fruit with the sugar, cinnamon sticks, mixed spice, cloves, grated nutmeg and citrus zest in a large bowl.

Step 2

Pour over the vodka, and cover tightly with cling film.

Step 3

Place in the fridge and leave for 3 days, stirring once each day.

Step 4

Line a sieve with a double layer of fine muslin and place over a large, clean jug.

Step 5

Pour the dried fruit and vodka mixture into the sieve and allow to drip through into the jug.

Step 6

Pour into a sterilized bottle.