Upgrading the everyday cocktail to the celebratory holiday martini experience could be as simple as ‘dressing’ the drink. As holiday table centerpieces are put into place and trees twinkle with sparkling lights with festive packages tucked beneath, it is only fitting the drinks chosen for such cheerful occasions fit the merry mood as well. Rather than become intimidated by cocktail garnishing or plopping on the usual lemon, lime or orange fruit slice, have a look at a variety of fruit garnishes found in the cocktail photo slide show below. The options range from easy to a little more complicated depending on skill level. Drink recipes are not included with the garnishing photos. Instead the photos allow creative ideas to flow for an array of cocktail recipes.  Be sure to read the brief description beside each photo for directions or additional ideas.

 

More easy garnishing ideas may be found for holiday martinis by following the link or by checking out any number of holiday drink recipes found in the Holiday Cheer Recipe Guide which includes 195 martini & cocktail recipes for the Christmas and New Year’s season.  The recently updated Drink Recipes & Photos page includes all cocktail recipe slideshows by category. 

 

 

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