Caledonia Heritage

Ingredients
2 ounces old-fashioned oatmeal
10 ounces fresh double cream
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons good Scotch whiskey
12 ounces fresh raspberries (or other fresh soft fruit)
Directions
Toast the oatmeal under a broiler, turning occasionally with a spoon or spatula, until it is golden brown.
Allow the oatmeal to cool.
Whip the cream until it is very stiff and then mix in the [...]

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