I went on a 3 day trip to the Tuscan countryside where I ate the world’s best ice cream & knocked back olive oil shots

COPYING my guide ­Francesca, I cradle the tiny shot glass, gently twisting it between my palms to warm the ­golden-green liquid.

After a few seconds, I tilt my head back and tip the olive oil into my mouth.

GettyHope Brotherton took a trip to Tuscany, pictured Ponte Vecchio in Florence[/caption] SuppliedTuscany is a culturally rich region of Italy[/caption] SuppliedHope in Pisa[/caption]

Biting my teeth together, I inhale sharply three times, helping to activate its ­flavours.