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When entertaining guests or even if you simply want to spoil yourself with a great-looking drink, it’s important to remember that cocktail decorating involves a few basic rules. By keeping these guidelines in mind, you will be sure to create the most attractive drinks!
\nDecorative accessories<\/strong>
\nMany people love decorating their cocktails with fruit, flowers, and bright umbrellas. These are all great as long as the garnish you choose suits the drink. This is not just a matter of colour, but also size and flavour. There is no point in adding a lemon wheel to a strawberry flavoured cocktail. Think of a Pina Colada and how great it looks with that pineapple garnish.
\nIced glasses<\/strong>
\nCocktails are best served as cold as possible. They are not only meant to be tasty but also refreshing which is why iced glasses is a popular practice. The visual effect of iced glasses gives any cocktail an even cooler and more refreshing appearance. Simply dip the rim of the glass in some lemon juice and then in granulated sugar before allowing to dry and then pouring the cocktail. You can even colour the icing if you want an even more impressive effect.
\nDusting<\/strong>
\nThis is quite a common practice when it comes to coffee and similar drinks. It involves sprinkling something like nutmeg or cocoa powder over the top of the drink. You can also dust certain cocktails with ingredients like coconut.
\nMint<\/strong>
\nA sprig of fresh mint gives many cocktails just the right amount of colour. It’s kind of like adding foliage to a flower arrangement. It’s not the main focus but it helps highlight the main attraction.
\nWith these basic tips in mind, you will be creating the best cocktails in town before you know it! Practice at home and, once you have mastered these skills and a few cocktail recipes, it’s time for a party!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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