The perfect cocktail to sweeten the autumn nights?

Many others, however, might be inclined to shun mince pies and Mariah Carey until the decorations are up.

Pumpkins and spices might have been put away for another year, but there’s still plenty to savour about the autumn.

Lee Stanness, of Sunderland city centre bar No2 Church Lane, demonstrates here how to make their perfect cocktail to accompany falling leaves and darker nights.

Remember, always drink responsibly.