If you’ve ever gotten a mixed drink at a fancy bar, chances are good that the bartender took the time to garnish his cocktail glasses. Adding a bit of decoration to a cocktail glass gives your eyes a treat as well as your mouth. Why not use these tips to help make your next mixed drink the best it can be?
One of the most basic ways of garnishing cocktail glasses is to add a layer of sugar or salt to the rim. This elegant addition gives the glass a distinctive look and adds to the cocktail’s flavor. The easiest way to accomplish a powdered rim is to rub the cut side of a lemon around the rim of your glass, and then press the rim into a plate filled with sugar. Turning the glass in the sugar will help ensure even coverage. You can vary the ingredients you use to dip your rims based on what drink you’re serving. Shredded coconut and honey makes a great addition to a tropical cocktail, or honey and crushed nuts might liven up a richer drink. Your only limit is your imagination!
If you’re looking for something different than a powered rim, a piece of fruit will go a long way in enhancing your cocktail glasses. Keep in mind what kind of drink you’re serving when you’re choosing your fruit garnish. A sweet drink goes well with a maraschino cherry or a ball of melon. A slice of lime or lemon plays well with a sharper drink. Put some thought into the combinations you make, but don’t be afraid to experiment.
For a non-edible garnish, old favorites like umbrellas or swizzle sticks can add some fun to your drink. If you’re the crafty type, additions like glitter, feathers, or even paint will result in unique cocktail glasses that are specific to the event you’re hosting. A hand decorated glass is a great expression of your personality and can add that final personal touch to a drink.
Don’t let your mixed drinks go it alone. These garnishes will add a creative flair to any of your drinks that will turn them from something ordinary to something extraordinary. This article was written by guest contributor LZ who sometimes contributes article to Gluttonforum and to Article Grip Articles.
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