a blooming lovely tipple

QI read somewhere that one can make a concoction out of scented carnations. Is this correct? If so, can you supply a recipe? I already make damson gin and sloe gin.

PM, Surrey

AHere’s a drink recipe you could try: combine 250g of scented carnation petals in a large jar with 60g caster sugar, a small cinnamon stick and a single clove. To this, add

1 litre of vodka then seal and shake. Leave in a cool, dark place for a minimum of a month, stirring occasionally. Once the petals have lost their colour, strain and rebottle in a clean, sterilised jar.