Save Elegant, flavorful garnishes to elevate midnight cocktails with a touch of romance and flair.
This recipe has transformed my cocktail nights with its beautiful and delicious garnishes that impress every guest.
Ingredients
- Fruits: 1 small pomegranate, 1 orange, 1 lemon, 1 small bunch of fresh raspberries, 1 small bunch of red currants (optional)
- Herbs & Flowers: 1 small bunch fresh mint leaves, 8–10 edible rose petals (unsprayed)
- Sweets & Decorative: 50 g dark chocolate (70%) for shavings, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp edible gold or silver glitter (optional), 8–10 cocktail picks or skewers
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit:
- Slice the orange and lemon thinly into rounds or half-moons. Remove pomegranate seeds and set aside.
- Arrange the garnishes:
- Thread a raspberry, a pomegranate seed, and a mint leaf onto each cocktail pick for a vibrant skewer. Dip the rim of each glass in a little water or citrus juice, then into granulated sugar for a sparkling effect. Carefully place an edible rose petal or a few red currants on each skewer or directly on the drinks surface.
- For a luxurious touch:
- Use a microplane or vegetable peeler to make dark chocolate shavings sprinkle lightly over the drinks. Dust with edible glitter for added midnight sparkle.
- Serve immediately:
- Serve immediately with your favorite cocktails.
Save Sharing these garnishes with friends always makes the evening feel special and memorable.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, cutting board, cocktail picks or skewers, microplane or vegetable peeler, shallow plate (for sugaring rims).
Allergen Information
Contains no common allergens. Always confirm flowers are edible and unsprayed. Check chocolate labels for traces of nuts or dairy if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 25, Total Fat: 1 g, Carbohydrates: 5 g, Protein: 0.5 g per serving.
Save These garnishes provide the perfect finishing touch that will elevate any cocktail experience.
Kitchen Tips & Answers
- → What fruits are used for the garnishes?
The garnishes include pomegranate seeds, orange and lemon slices, raspberries, and optional red currants for variety and color.
- → How do I add sparkle to the drink rims?
Dip the glass rims in water or citrus juice, then coat them in granulated sugar to create a sparkling effect.
- → Can I substitute any ingredients in these garnishes?
Yes, raspberries can be swapped for strawberries or blackberries, and you can omit optional red currants as desired.
- → How do I create the chocolate decorations?
Use a microplane or vegetable peeler to shave dark chocolate finely and sprinkle it gently over the drinks for a rich touch.
- → Are these garnishes suitable for special diets?
Yes, all ingredients are vegan and gluten-free, making them suitable for many dietary preferences.
- → What tools are needed to prepare these garnishes?
A sharp knife, cutting board, cocktail picks, a microplane or vegetable peeler, and a shallow plate for sugaring rims are recommended.