Add a twist to an old fashioned and use elderflower cordial in place of the usual orange. It’s a sophisticated cocktail to add to a dinner party

A traditional whisky cocktail with bitters, soda water and a simple orange garnish. Serve this old fashioned cocktail in a tumbler with plenty of ice

Enjoy the flavours of simnel cake in this special spring-inspired old fashioned cocktail with marzipan flavours – garnish with an orange peel twist for citrussy notes

Try using rum in place of whisky in an old-fashioned for a twist on the traditional cocktail. Finish with ice and a strip of orange peel

Savour good whiskey in a classic spicy, sweet and aromatic old fashioned – or try one of three neat twists. Gentle stirring is important so the drink doesn't dilute too quickly

Try this twist on an old fashioned cocktail, with a double shot of espresso accompanying the classic flavours of bourbon and bitters

Blend a traditional old fashioned with a homemade gomme made using candy corn (a Halloween favourite in the US) to make this spooky cocktail

Spice up the classic advocaat cocktail with a dose of warming ginger and a splash of good old-fashioned Babycham. It'll get the Christmas party started