Why Do Cocktails Have Garnishes? Flavor, Aroma, and Purpose

why do cocktails have garnishes

Cocktail garnishes add aroma, flavor, texture, visual cues, and a recognizable identity to a drink. A lemon twist can release fragrant oils before the first sip, while an olive, cherry, herb, or seasoned rim can signal the cocktail’s flavor direction and alter what the drinker tastes as the glass is raised. Key Facts at a […]