A colorful assortment of fruits, herbs, and sweet accents to enhance sparkling drinks at gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 dry all fresh fruit, herbs, and edible flowers to ensure cleanliness and freshness.
02 - Slice limes and lemons into thin wheels and orange into thin half-moons for an elegant presentation.
03 - Place each garnish type in small bowls or serving platters, making them easily accessible.
04 - Place sugar cubes and diced candied ginger in small ramekins for convenient serving.
05 - If using, display gold leaf flakes in a small dish handled with tweezers delicately.
06 - Position the garnish station near the Champagne area with small tongs, forks, and spoons for guest use.
07 - Offer guidance cards recommending combinations such as strawberries with mint or pomegranate with lemon.