Why not try this perfect winter cocktail from Luke Hampson, manager and mixologist at Tavola, one of the newest additions to the Midlands’ dining scene.

A delightful mix of chocolate and coffee liqueur with added notes of toasted almonds, apricot, vanilla and a hint of toffee – what could be more Christmassy. As always, please enjoy responsibly.

Photo credit: Picture by Harrison Charles Design

Ingredients

• Absolut Blue Vodka
• 50ml Mozart White Chocolate Liqueur
• 25ml Galliano Espresso Liqueur
• 25ml Disaronno Velvet

Method

Start by filling a martini glass with ice to chill. Next, fill a Boston shaker with ice, add all the ingredients and shake vigorously for 30 seconds, strain into the chilled martini glass, dust with cocoa powder – and enjoy.