Yash Lakhan
March 27, 2025
Garnishes on a Tom Collins cocktail add presentation and aesthetic value, since the right type of garnish can modify the drink’s reception, giving it an appealing look. Traditional and innovative garnishes provide various effects – ranging from enhancing citrus flavours to contributing herbal depth; thus, selecting a suitable garnish relies on the intended flavour profile and the drink’s overall balance.
A classic garnish that visually enhances the cocktail’s citrus character, lemon wheels or wedges contribute an acidic note when the citrus oils combine with the drink.
Expressed over the glass, lemon peel twists release oils that elevate the gin’s botanicals and the cocktail’s bright, tart character.
Contributing a subtle sweetness and gentle citrus scent that complements the tartness of the drink, orange peel ribbons pair nicely with fruitier gins.
This traditional garnish adds a subtle sweetness and contrasts aesthetically with the drink’s hue, providing a mild finishing note since it draws out the cocktail’s flavours.
Along with adding a herbal scent that reacts with the gin botanicals, mint sprigs add freshness to the drink when lightly slapped prior to dropping into the glass.
A light garnish that complements the botanical profile of gin, cucumber ribbons contribute a distinct vegetal note that slightly changes the cocktail’s aroma and flavour. *Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.