The cherry on top

These garnishes add a grace note to cocktails—and make an excellent gift, too

While fresh cherries are best, frozen will work just fine to create a complex and just-boozy-enough garnish. Matthew Benevoli photos

Garnishes can be beautiful, vibrant, eye-catching additions to what we eat and drink. The more appealing, the more they add to our enjoyment. Though usually small in size, garnishes can have a large impact on our overall experience; just because they’re small doesn’t mean they’re not integral to the flavours and finish.

Enter the cocktail cherry.

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