Champagne Bar Garnishes (Printable Version)

Elegant fresh fruit and herb garnishes perfect for elevating champagne celebrations and gatherings.

# Needed Ingredients:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup raspberries
02 - 1 cup sliced strawberries
03 - 1 cup pomegranate seeds
04 - 1 cup blackberries
05 - 2 limes, thinly sliced into wheels
06 - 2 lemons, thinly sliced into wheels
07 - 1 orange, thinly sliced into half-moons

→ Herbs & Edible Flowers

08 - 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
09 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
10 - 1/4 cup edible flowers (e.g., violets, pansies, nasturtiums)

→ Sweet Additions

11 - 1/2 cup sugar cubes
12 - 1/4 cup diced candied ginger
13 - 1/4 cup dried rose petals (food grade)

→ Specialty Touches

14 - 1/2 cup gold leaf flakes (optional)
15 - 1/2 cup maraschino cherries, pitted and stemmed

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Rinse all fresh fruit, herbs, and edible flowers thoroughly, then pat dry.
02 - Slice limes and lemons into thin wheels; slice orange into thin half-moons for presentation.
03 - Place each fruit, herb, flower, and sweet addition in small bowls or on serving platters for easy guest access.
04 - Place sugar cubes and diced candied ginger in small ramekins; if using, set gold leaf flakes with tweezers in a dedicated dish.
05 - Position the garnish selection near the Champagne area, providing small tongs, forks, and spoons for serving.
06 - Provide cards recommending pairings such as strawberries with mint and pomegranate with lemon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare with no cooking required.
  • Offers a colorful and elegant presentation to impress guests.
  • Customizable garnishes suit a variety of tastes and dietary needs.
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free options to accommodate different guests.
02 -
  • Use small bowls or ramekins for easy access and a clean presentation.
  • Provide serving utensils like tongs, forks, and spoons to keep the garnish bar hygienic.
  • If using gold leaf flakes, handle delicately with tweezers to maintain their shape and shine.
  • Check maraschino cherries carefully for pits and stems to ensure safety.
  • Offer pairing suggestion cards to inspire guests and enhance their tasting experience.
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