Save A festive and elegant tray featuring an array of fresh fruits, herbs, and treats to elevate your New Years Eve champagne or sparkling wine experience.
This Bubbly Bar garnish tray has been a favorite at my New Years gatherings, impressing guests with its vibrant colors and delightful flavors.
Ingredients
- Fresh Fruits: 1 cup fresh raspberries, 1 cup fresh blackberries, 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved, 1 cup pomegranate arils, 2 lemons thinly sliced into rounds, 2 limes thinly sliced into rounds, 1 orange thinly sliced into half-moons, 1 cup seedless green grapes halved
- Herbs & Edible Flowers: 1 small bunch fresh mint leaves, 1 small bunch fresh rosemary sprigs, Edible flowers (such as pansies or violets optional)
- Sweets & Treats: 1/2 cup sugar cubes, 1/4 cup crystalized ginger pieces, 1/2 cup white or dark chocolate shavings (optional)
- Add-Ons: 1 bottle Chambord or other berry liqueur (optional), 1 bottle St. Germain or elderflower syrup (optional), 1 small dish coarse sugar or gold sprinkles for rimming glasses
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and thoroughly dry all fruits, herbs, and edible flowers.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the fruits in small bowls or directly onto a large serving tray grouping similar colors and types together for visual appeal.
- Step 3:
- Add herbs placing sprigs between fruit groupings for fragrance and decoration.
- Step 4:
- Scatter edible flowers over the tray or set them in a small bowl for guests to add as desired.
- Step 5:
- Place sugar cubes crystalized ginger and chocolate shavings in separate small bowls or ramekins.
- Step 6:
- If using set liqueurs and syrups nearby with small pourers or spoons for easy serving.
- Step 7:
- Provide a small dish of coarse sugar or gold sprinkles for rimming glasses guests can moisten the rim of their flute and dip for a festive touch.
- Step 8:
- Set out tongs cocktail picks and small spoons for guests to garnish their drinks as they wish.
Save This garnish tray always sparks joy at family gatherings and is loved by all ages.
Required Tools
Large serving tray or platter Small bowls or ramekins Tongs and cocktail picks Small spoons Sharp knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains possible allergens chocolate (milk soy if used) Some liqueurs may contain allergens check labels All fruit and herb selections are naturally gluten-free and vegetarian but always verify packaging for cross-contact
Nutritional Information
Calories 65 Total Fat 0.5 g Carbohydrates 16 g Protein 1 g (per serving without alcohol or chocolate)
Save This garnish tray is the perfect finishing touch to your New Years Eve celebration making every toast extra special.
Recipe Help
- → What fruits are ideal for a bubbly bar?
Fresh raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, pomegranate arils, citrus slices, and green grapes work well to add color and flavor.
- → How can herbs enhance the garnish tray?
Fresh mint and rosemary add aromatic notes and visual appeal, complementing the fruit and sparkling drinks.
- → Can edible flowers be included?
Yes, edible flowers like pansies or violets add an elegant decorative touch and are safe to consume.
- → What sweets work best for this garnish setup?
Sugar cubes, crystallized ginger, and optional chocolate shavings provide texture and sweetness for drink customization.
- → How should guests use the tray garnishes?
Guests can pick fruits, herbs, or sweets with tongs or picks to personalize their sparkling drinks and add flavor enhancements.
- → Is it possible to prepare the tray in advance?
Yes, arrange and cover the tray up to two hours before serving, then refrigerate to keep ingredients fresh.