Jacques Pepin makes an apricot-cognac sauce to serve with warm chocolate cake simply by whisking apricot jam into the brandy. If you enjoy classic cocktails, try this boozier take on a Pimm's Cup ...

Heat a frying pan over a high heat until hot. Add the oil and ... for 3–4 minutes. Add the brandy and reduce over a high heat. Add the cream, Worcestershire sauce and mustard.

Mulled beer is made with golden ale, apple juice, brandy, cinnamon sticks, cloves and star anise. Warm it all in a pan, add brown sugar and serve. Indulge your sweet tooth with the Hot Chocolate Cow, ...