Simple Cocktail Garnishing (there will be flames)

Today we're talking simple cocktail garnishing! Not every cocktail needs a garnish, but for those that do, you want it to be just so. We'll focus on five easy citrus garnishes that I like to use - and these will not only dress up your drinks, but enhance your sipping experience! Cheers!



TIME STAMPS
Intro: 0:00
The Fruit: 0:53
The Swath: 1:32
The Spiral: 2:31
Flamed Citrus: 3:33
Wedge vs. Wheel: 4:29

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[AndersErickson]

Avoid the inappropriately used wedge (or wheel)! Cheers, everyone! 🍋🍊

[Project]

I'd love to see another dedicated garnish video covering mint, flowers, cherries, olives, onions and random accessories (umbrellas and such).

[Ramekink]

In most professional kitchens Ive worked in we always remove the centerpiece from the wedges not only because of that tiny bit of extra pith but also to get rid of the seeds. Specially for presentation...

[als.]

Thanks for the garnish cheat sheet. You have always been generous sharing your hard earned cocktail wisdom. Technique videos are always appreciated by the home bar host trying to do it a little better.

[Hoagiebear]

Great vid Sir! Let’s not forget the garnishes role in helping our Bar Star get the 4 cocktails he or she has just ordered back to the table, and identifying the who get what :)

[headmaxe]

I would like to thank you, I’m a selflearner bartender and your content help me so much with my cocktails

[ztpeterson]

My family and friends are going to be so confused as to who I am this holiday season! Thanks for the education!

[migglesenorito]

Criminally underrated channel..all I gotta say.

[demox]

I love expressing over a flame, we have matchbooks at our bar because we also serve cigars so I use those for our cocktails. Just gotta let the chemicals burn off a bit beforehand

[lorenfortna]

Definitely the weakest part of my cocktail game. Thank you for the guidance.

[bayareadoogie]

While I enjoy ALL you videos, drink recipes can be found in many different places. For me your technique vids for me are the most informative and helpful. It really highlight how well you've learned your craft. I have really upped my garnishing during the Covid years, but as simple as it sounds, I never put much thought into wedge vs wheel. That was a life lesson I will use forever. Thank you!

[GM-gpur]

Thank-you so much Anders Iv learned so much from you about bartending!😊 I am a retired RN went Bartending and went to Santa Barbara Calif. Bartending school 10 yrs. ago. Im still learning everyday! My friends are definitely the beneficiaries. Love your humor and your wife’s input. You really are easy to understand and a EXCELLENT Bartender!🙌

[exultomedia]

I've been watching you for a few monts from now, and there is just one thing that I want to say. Thank you. I've learn a lot from you, and I hope, I will learn a lot more!

Greetings from Poland, and do it like you do - just best! :)

[laurareeves]

My favorite garnish is the umbrella. I know it's corny but I think they are so cute. I mostly order vodka martinis or scotch on the rocks so I don't get umbrellas in my drinks. I just love how cute those little umbrellas look perched in a drink. I know it's stupid.

[ronniesuburban]

The only thing I don't like about your videos is that they remind me how much I miss sitting at your bar. Another great video! Thanks, Anders.

[BeedeeEx]

I love these educational videos so much! Love the style in which you present as well! Best cocktail channel hands down!

[Mark_Wood]

#1 reason Friday is the best day: New Anders video!

[brett]

So good! I wonder whether Anders would consider a local "meet up" where he could conduct a live action class for channel adherents in his local area. After all is said and done, people just want to hang with cool folks and I get the sense that Anders and Azz would be fabulous hosts.

[gungfuriceboy]

love how that Orange 'LIT UP'! I HAVE Have FIRE!!! .... That 'Deserves' an Extra TIP.!!!....LOL! Cheers Your Canadian Bartender!

[thebr]

Love that I got a furnet branca ad before your vid thanks algorithm. Keep up the good work.