If fresh figs are not in season, replace with dried figs cut into halves.

Recipe inspired by Margot Jett, Thermomix® Independent Consultant, Missouri.

The cinnamon stick can be replaced by 2-3 cloves, 2 crushed cardamom pods or 1 vanilla stick, cut lengthwise in half, each time obtaining a different flavour note.

If a nut milk bag is unavailable: strain Raspberry Liqueur through a fine-mesh sieve lined with several layers of cheese cloth.

To keep the margarita frozen for longer on a hot day, chill the glasses first in the fridge for a few hours.

To unmold ice ring: run base briefly under warm water to loosen.

Not all flowers are edible, some are poisonous. Flowers should be purchased from a reliable source.

This recipe can be served as a cold, refreshing punch or warm (similar to mulled wine).

We used a dry gin in this recipe that complemented this classic cucumber and gin combination.

Powdered activated charcoal is available in supermarkets and health food stores.

This sophisticated cocktail is a twist on traditional warm mulled wine.

If you don't have a punch bowl, you can serve your sangria in the large jug instead.

Freeze jalapeño slices in advance, spread sliced peppers on a cookie sheet and freeze for 1 hour. Place sliced jalapeños in freezer bags, remove as much air as possible and seal for future use.

Once Cold and Flu Tea Bombs are frozen, transfer to a ziplock or airtight container until ready to use.

For a non-alcoholic drink, place a scoop of lychee sorbet into a tall glass and fill with lemonade or tonic water.

To serve, pour 3-4 ounces cold brew and if desired dilute with filtered water and ice. For a stronger coffee use the dilution proportions of 1:1 coffee and water and for a stronger brew use 2:1 coffee to water. Serve with milk and sweetener of your choice.

Virgin lychee sorbet cocktail: substitute 750 g sparkling wine with 500 g sparkling water and 250 g lemonade. Proceed as per recipe above.

To keep the margarita frozen for longer on a hot day, chill the glasses first in the fridge for a few hours.