A jigger of Scotch poured over plain vanilla ice cream may sound unusual, but it creates a delicious dessert. And, it’s a “rabbit out of the hat” culinary magic trick when you need something quick and interesting for company. Porter (the beer) also works well. If your guests are culinary adventurers, give them two smaller dishes of ice cream, and let them decide their preference. You can put the ice cream in rocks glasses or sherbet champagne glasses to add to the fun, and serve them already “sauced” or provide guests with jiggers of the alcohol so they can pour their own.

• Find other ice cream ideas in THE NIBBLE’s Ice Cream Section.
• Here’s a recipe for a Chocolate Stout Ice Cream Float.