Save Elegant, flavorful garnishes to elevate midnight cocktails with a touch of romance and flair.
This garnish recipe adds a beautiful and romantic touch to any cocktail, making midnight celebrations extra special.
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:
- Serve immediately with your favorite cocktails.
Save These garnishes have become a family favorite for our midnight celebrations, always drawing compliments and sparking conversation.
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 Add these garnishes just before serving to keep them fresh and vibrant.
Recipe FAQ
- → What fruits are best for these garnishes?
Pomegranate seeds, thin slices of orange and lemon, fresh raspberries, and optional red currants provide vibrant colors and fruity notes.
- → How do I create the sparkling rim effect?
Dip the glass rim in water or citrus juice, then press into granulated sugar for a sparkling, sweet finish.
- → Can I substitute the herbs or flowers used?
Yes, fresh mint leaves provide a refreshing aroma, while edible flowers like rose petals add elegance; make sure all flowers are unsprayed and edible.
- → What tools are recommended for preparing these garnishes?
A sharp knife for slicing fruits, cocktail picks for threading ingredients, and a microplane or vegetable peeler to create fine chocolate shavings are ideal.
- → Are these garnishes suitable for vegan and gluten-free diets?
Yes, all ingredients used are vegan-friendly and gluten-free, ensuring compatibility with those dietary needs.
- → How can I add a festive touch to these garnishes?
Freeze fruits and herbs in ice cubes or dust edible glitter lightly over garnishes for added midnight sparkle and flair.