* Charles-Aimé Robert is a tawny port-based apéritif, 17% alcohol, made by Domaine Acer. It has notes of burnt caramel, dried fruits and maple. It is aged for three years in oak casks.

1. Place the ginger and maple syrup in a tumbler. Crush with a mortar to draw out as much juice as possible.
2. Add the lime juice; fill the glass with ice cubes.
3. Add the Robert or tawny port and vodka; fill up with soda.
4. Garnish with a stir stick and a lime wedge.