Champagne Bar Garnishes (Print Version)

A selection of fresh fruits, herbs, and sweet additions to elevate your Champagne moments.

# Components:

→ Fresh Fruit

01 - 1 cup raspberries
02 - 1 cup sliced strawberries
03 - 1 cup pomegranate seeds
04 - 1 cup blackberries
05 - 2 limes, sliced into thin wheels
06 - 2 lemons, sliced into thin wheels
07 - 1 orange, sliced into thin 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 (violets, pansies, or 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

# Directions:

01 - Thoroughly wash and pat dry all fresh fruit, herbs, and edible flowers to ensure optimal freshness.
02 - Cut limes and lemons into thin wheels and peel the orange, slicing it into elegant half-moons.
03 - Place each garnish category in small bowls or on platters to allow easy selection and visual appeal.
04 - Arrange sugar cubes and candied ginger in small ramekins; if using, display gold leaf flakes with tweezers for delicate handling.
05 - Position the garnish bar adjacent to the Champagne area, providing small tongs, forks, and spoons for guests’ convenience.
06 - Offer suggestion cards highlighting complementary combinations such as strawberries with mint or pomegranate with lemon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elevates your Champagne experience
  • Perfect for parties and celebrations
02 -
  • Freezing berries or edible flowers in ice cubes chills Champagne without dilution
  • Guests can mix and match garnishes to create signature glasses
03 -
  • Use tweezers to handle delicate gold leaf flakes for a luxurious touch
  • Provide guidance cards to inspire creative garnish pairings
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