Save to Pinterest A festive selection of garnishes to elevate your Champagne experience, perfect for parties and celebrations.
This garnish bar was a hit at our last celebration and encouraged everyone to mix and match flavors.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruit: 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup sliced strawberries, 1 cup pomegranate seeds, 1 cup blackberries, 2 limes sliced into thin wheels, 2 lemons sliced into thin wheels, 1 orange sliced into thin half-moons
- Herbs & Edible Flowers: 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup edible flowers (such as violets, pansies, or nasturtiums)
- Sweet Additions: 1/2 cup sugar cubes, 1/4 cup candied ginger diced, 1/4 cup dried rose petals (food grade)
- Specialty Touches: 1/2 cup gold leaf flakes (optional for luxury touch), 1/2 cup maraschino cherries (check for pits and stems)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all fresh fruit, herbs, and edible flowers thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Arrange each garnish in small, attractive bowls or on platters for easy access.
- Step 3:
- Slice citrus fruits into thin wheels or half-moons for an elegant look.
- Step 4:
- Place sugar cubes and candied ginger in small ramekins.
- Step 5:
- If using set gold leaf flakes in a small dish with tweezers for delicate handling.
- Step 6:
- Set up the garnish bar near the Champagne station providing small tongs forks and spoons for guests.
- Step 7:
- Offer guidance cards suggesting pairing ideas such as Strawberries + Mint or Pomegranate + Lemon.
Save to Pinterest Our family loves gathering around the garnish bar, customizing their drinks and enjoying the festive atmosphere together.
Required Tools
Small bowls or ramekins serving platters slicing knife and cutting board tongs forks or spoons for serving tweezers (for gold leaf if used)
Allergen Information
Contains possible sulfites (in Champagne) possible nuts if cross-contaminated in garnishes Edible flowers may cause reactions in sensitive individuals—verify safety Maraschino cherries may contain artificial coloring or preservatives Always check labels for guests with allergies
Nutritional Information
Calories 30 Total Fat 0 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 0.5 g (per serving estimate will vary by garnish choice)
Save to Pinterest Setting up a garnish bar adds an interactive element to your celebration and impresses your guests.
Recipe FAQs
- → What fruits work best as garnishes here?
Fresh raspberries, strawberries, blackberries, pomegranate seeds, and thinly sliced citrus like limes, lemons, and oranges offer vibrant flavor and color contrasts.
- → How should herbs and edible flowers be prepared?
Gently wash and dry herbs like mint and basil along with edible flowers to maintain their delicate texture and fragrance before arranging.
- → Can sweet additions affect the taste?
Yes, sugar cubes and candied ginger introduce subtle sweetness and spice, complementing the tartness of citrus and berries for complex layering.
- → What’s the best way to serve gold leaf flakes?
Handle gold leaf flakes carefully with tweezers and present them in a small dish to add an elegant, shimmering accent.
- → Any tips for customizing the garnish bar experience?
Provide small utensils for easy serving and suggestion cards with pairing ideas, allowing guests to mix flavors and create personal combinations.
- → Are there any allergy considerations?
Yes, be mindful of potential allergen sources like edible flowers and cherries, and always check labels and guest sensitivities beforehand.