Cold Whisky Punch

2 pints boiling water Half a pound of lump/cube sugar 1 bottle of whisky 3 lemons , A few leaves of mint Method: Use a sharp knife to remove the yellow rind (not the white pith) from the lemons before squeezing out the juice. Place the peel, juice, mint and sugar in a large jug [...]

Cranachan – soft fruit brose

Cranachan was the traditional celebration, harvest-home dish. For a communal celebration round the table, the oatmeal, fruit and cream were put onto the table and everyone made his/her own mix, lubricating it with whisky and honey. It was also eaten on other special occasions such as weddings. This recipe combines traditional Scottish produce to good [...]