Festive decoration of festive drinks
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Wet, dip, swirl! 10 ideas for quickly and beautifully decorating glasses and mugs filled with holiday drinks.
Decorate the rims of your glasses!
Nothing says fun begins like drinks in whimsically decorated glasses. Colorful sugar is just the beginning. We're sharing ten easy ideas for decorating the rims of cocktail glasses and hot drink mugs. When the party is over, soak the glasses in hot water for a few minutes to help the sprinkles dissolve. Then wash by hand or in the dishwasher.
Golden rims for champagne
Ring in the New Year with champagne glasses adorned with "golden nuggets"! Dip the rims of the glasses first into a saucer with simple sugar syrup, and then press into the sparkling golden sugar in the second saucer to make the grains stick.
Sparkling blue gradient
The easiest way to decorate the rim of a glass is with colored sugar, but you can take the decor a bit further by adding a subtle gradient.
What is needed for this?
You'll need two plates or saucers large enough to fit the rims of the glasses. Pour about 1/4 cup simple syrup onto one plate. Sprinkle the second plate with equal parts decorative sugar in different colors.
How to decorate?
Dip the rim of the glass into a plate of syrup, then press it into the sugar on another plate. Rotate the glass slightly (about 2 cm) to create a gradient.
Caramel decor
The rims of these glasses only appear melting and fluid. This dripping gold effect is achieved using the same technique used to make caramel apples. Combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 1/2 cup corn syrup in a saucepan and heat to 150°C (300°F), measuring the temperature with a caramel thermometer. Remove from heat, then dip the warm glasses (cold ones may crack!) into the caramel and let it slowly run down the sides, setting. The subtle caramel flavor perfectly complements bourbon or whiskey-based cocktails. The glasses are easy to clean with hot water.
Christmas decor made from white chocolate and cereal
This garnish is perfect for festive, creamy cocktails. Melt high-quality white chocolate in the microwave for 60 seconds, stirring. Dip the rims of warm glasses into the chocolate and let any excess drip off. Wait until the chocolate begins to set, then attach Christmas tree and star-shaped cereals from cereal boxes. Leave a little space on the back of the glass for easier sipping.
Decorated with white chocolate and pomegranate seeds
Pomegranate seeds rimming the glasses resemble a scattering of precious stones and add a pleasant fruity finish to cocktails. Melt high-quality white chocolate in the microwave for 60 seconds, stirring. Dip the rims of warm glasses in the chocolate and let any excess drip off. Wait until the chocolate begins to set, then attach the pomegranate seeds. Top with white sprinkles.
Warm drink version
Decorate the rims of mugs of herbal tea or other hot beverages using the same technique with pomegranate seeds.
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Toasted Marshmallow Decor
Dip the rims of the mugs directly into a jar of marshmallow icing or melted marshmallows in the microwave until they coat thickly, then hold the rim of the mug a few inches from a lit burner, turning and toasting the marshmallows. Fill the mugs with hot chocolate, garnish with whipped cream, and sprinkle with mini chocolate chips.
Decor "Snowy Peaks"
Melt the chocolate granules on a saucer or small plate in the microwave for 60 seconds, stirring twice. Dip the rims of the mugs into the chocolate and let any excess drip off. Press the Sno-Caps into the chocolate, then dip them into a second plate of colorful sprinkles to adhere.
Decor with M&M's Mini dragees
Instead of Sno-Caps, attach mini M&M's to the edges and sprinkle with edible silver stars.
Traditional Christmas decor
Add any of the wide selection of Christmas-themed sprinkles. We chose tiny candy canes, gingerbread men, and edible snowflake confetti from Global Sugar Art, as well as pastel-colored metallic dragees. We attached everything to the rim of the mug with melted white chocolate.
Decorated with bacon, salt and chili pepper
The morning after a night of partying, you'll need a refreshing drink. A Bloody Mary garnished with bacon bits, salt, and chili flakes will help you quickly overcome a hangover.
Bloody Mary Spice Mix
Combine white pepper, slices of vegetarian (or regular) fried bacon, coarse sea salt, and red pepper flakes on a saucer. Wet the rims of the glasses with a lemon wedge, then press them into the spice mixture on the saucer. Fill the glass with Bloody Mary and enjoy.
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