Garnishes, Glassware & Ice – Tips To Fancy Up Your ETCH
Drinking less (or no) alcohol doesn’t mean settling for less! One of the simplest ways to make your alcohol-free drinks feel just as special is by focusing on presentation—because we drink with our eyes first!
Here’s some simple garnish ideas to pair with each of the ETCH Sparkling native Australian flavours:
– Fresh lemon or lime slices
– A twist of fresh or dehydrated lemon peel
– Cucumber ribbons, fresh mint & a lime wedge (Here's some inspiration)
PLM Davidson Plum, Strawberry Gum
– A slice of fresh or dried lime & an edible flower (for inspiration take a look here)
– Fresh or frozen strawberries (see our ‘Easy Strawberry Hearts Garnish’ tutorial here)
– A slice of blood orange with a sprig of rosemary (watch this)
MTN Raspberry, Mountain Pepperberry
– Muddled berries - we love using fresh blackberries or raspberries (check this out)
– Fresh or frozen raspberries and fresh mint
– Slice of lemon and a sprig of mint (see here for inspiration)
– Thin apple slices fanned over the glass
– Dehydrated apple crisp
– Slice of ruby grapefruit (fresh of dehydrated)
– Slice of lemon & a sprig of thyme
– Curl of dehydrated citrus peel
WHY IT MATTERS:
A beautifully dressed glass instantly signals that you’re enjoying something special. The right glassware and garnishes can transform an alcohol-free drink from something ordinary into a mindful ritual.
When you take the time to garnish your drink with fresh fruit and herbs or elegant ice, it creates the same sense of celebration you’d expect from a cocktail - without the alcohol.
Elevating your alcohol-free drinks with thoughtful presentation helps break the habit of automatically reaching for wine or cocktails. Instead, you create a new ritual that feels just as sophisticated and satisfying, knowing you are sticking to your healthier drinking goals.
Choosing an alcohol-free drink shouldn’t mean missing out on the experience.
MIX IT UP
Did you know we have an alcohol-free cocktail ebook that's free to download? Grab yourself a copy here
FANCY ALCOHOL-FREE DRINKS AT HOME
Sip your way - While we are all about the fancy glassware and garnish, we also love cracking a can of ETCH straight from the fridge or esky….do whatever works for you!
The ETCH Sparkling Healthy Habits Pack makes it simple to create sophisticated, alcohol-free moments at home.
Just add ice, a beautiful glass, and your favourite garnish.