Mince pie Manhattan

Step 1

For the mince pie bourbon, add the bourbon to a non-reactive bowl or container and stir in the mincemeat. Cover and set aside for 2 days at room temperature. After the 2 days, pass the alcohol through a cheese cloth and discard the sediment - you should be left with 700ml of infused bourbon

Step 2

To assemble the cocktail, add 40ml of the mince pie-infused bourbon to a stirring jug, followed by 20ml of the Punt e Mes and a dash of angostura bitters

Step 3

Stir the cocktail for 20-30 seconds, then pass through a fine strainer into a coupe or martini glass. Cut some orange peel into an attractive twist and stud with a few cloves. Zest the surface of the glass with the oils from some more orange peel, garnish with the studded peel and serve with warm mince pies