Need help with mince pies please?

I’ve made my own before but unlike Xmas cake and pudding, it doesn’t really seem any better than a bought mincemeat.

However, you don’t want to waste what you’ve made, so how about adding some orange juice to it? Does it need a bit more in the way of spices?

I empty the jar of mincemeat into a bowl and add grated orange peel and walnuts (chopped up), and mix well.