Simple Cocktail Garnishing (there will be flames)

[@AndersErickson]

Avoid the inappropriately used wedge (or wheel)! Cheers, everyone! 🍋🍊 Check out Curiada for the bottles I use most! 👉 bit.ly/andersbottles

[@Project337]

I'd love to see another dedicated garnish video covering mint, flowers, cherries, olives, onions and random accessories (umbrellas and such).

[@RaltahookCrafting]

Onions?

[@Project337]

@@RaltahookCrafting cocktail onions are a thing. I'm not a fan, but someone else may be, and it would be fair to hit all points.

[@MrWhangdoodles]

@@RaltahookCrafting Onions are weird, but there are pickled onions and gin fans out there. I would like to know the intricacies of that too.

[@guychampion8255]

Good idea

[@markjames1908]

For sure I would love to see this as well

[@GM-gp5ur]

Thank-you so much Anders Iv learned so much from you about bartending!😊 I am a retired RN went Bartending and went to Santa Barbara Calif. Bartending school 10 yrs. ago. Im still learning everyday! My friends are definitely the beneficiaries. Love your humor and your wife’s input. You really are easy to understand and a EXCELLENT Bartender!🙌

[@AndersErickson]

Appreciate the kind words. Cheers to you!

[@Ramekink]

In most professional kitchens Ive worked in we always remove the centerpiece from the wedges not only because of that tiny bit of extra pith but also to get rid of the seeds. Specially for presentation...

[@als.2983]

Thanks for the garnish cheat sheet. You have always been generous sharing your hard earned cocktail wisdom. Technique videos are always appreciated by the home bar host trying to do it a little better.

[@AndersErickson]

Happy you find the tips useful! Cheers! 🥃

[@migglesenorito]

Criminally underrated channel..all I gotta say.

[@Mark_Wood]

#1 reason Friday is the best day: New Anders video!

[@AndersErickson]

Happy Friday, Mark!

[@JJKK408]

I think you nailed it. If you don’t want someone to squeeze juice into a cocktail, don’t give them something with juice to squeeze. Part of the presentation is making sure it’s obvious how you’re supposed to drink the cocktail.

[@headmaxe]

I would like to thank you, I’m a selflearner bartender and your content help me so much with my cocktails

[@reckLessTM]

Yes. I am here for the flames.

[@ztpeterson]

My family and friends are going to be so confused as to who I am this holiday season! Thanks for the education!

[@AndersErickson]

Love this.

[@bayareadoogie5372]

While I enjoy ALL you videos, drink recipes can be found in many different places. For me your technique vids for me are the most informative and helpful. It really highlight how well you've learned your craft. I have really upped my garnishing during the Covid years, but as simple as it sounds, I never put much thought into wedge vs wheel. That was a life lesson I will use forever. Thank you!

[@AndersErickson]

Happy you enjoy the technique vids! Appreciate the comment - Cheers!

[@Hoagiebear1000]

Great vid Sir! Let’s not forget the garnishes role in helping our Bar Star get the 4 cocktails he or she has just ordered back to the table, and identifying the who get what :)

[@demox1321]

I love expressing over a flame, we have matchbooks at our bar because we also serve cigars so I use those for our cocktails. Just gotta let the chemicals burn off a bit beforehand

[@terrymiller111]

"Get to the paper or wood, and you are good."--Terry D. Miller

[@DerDrako]

For me, all of this will take lots of practise, but I will stick to it.

[@jonathanosuna9983]

The production is amazing in all these vids… binge watching

[@ronniesuburban]

The only thing I don't like about your videos is that they remind me how much I miss sitting at your bar. Another great video! Thanks, Anders.

[@AndersErickson]

Ronnie, I miss having you come into the bar! Cheers to you, my friend! 🥃

[@NeverEmTyBottle]

You had me at there will be flames

[@AndersErickson]

🔥🔥🔥 - that's for you, Tyler 😂 Cheers!

[@laurareeves9754]

My favorite garnish is the umbrella. I know it's corny but I think they are so cute. I mostly order vodka martinis or scotch on the rocks so I don't get umbrellas in my drinks. I just love how cute those little umbrellas look perched in a drink. I know it's stupid.

[@davekachel]

Funny that you mention dark n stormy with wedges instead of wheels. Because I like dark n stormy with a little lime in it. At my last visit to the bar I ordered a dark n stormy as usual and I got it with a wheel this time. Which was fine to squeeze, just twisting it does the trick. But a wedge would be a lot nicer.

[@exultomedia]

I've been watching you for a few monts from now, and there is just one thing that I want to say. Thank you. I've learn a lot from you, and I hope, I will learn a lot more! Greetings from Poland, and do it like you do - just best! :)

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much, Marcin! Cheers!

[@BeedeeEx]

I love these educational videos so much! Love the style in which you present as well! Best cocktail channel hands down!

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much!!

[@MrWhangdoodles]

Thank you for the great video! Removing the pith from the wedge is such a great idea!

[@AndersErickson]

It makes a big difference! Thanks, Joonha - have a great weekend!

[@IverJ]

Back to basics....good stuff. Cheers.

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers, Iver!

[@theb4r138]

Love that I got a furnet branca ad before your vid thanks algorithm. Keep up the good work.

[@TreeCutterDoug]

Huh... Like a subtle conversation between the bartender and patron. Neat!

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers! 🥃

[@gungfuriceboy]

love how that Orange 'LIT UP'! I HAVE FLAME.....I Have FIRE!!! .... That 'Deserves' an Extra TIP.!!!....LOL! Cheers Your Canadian Bartender!

[@LikeOnATree]

Again, thanks Anders!

[@simonfuhrbach9154]

Finally a garnishing Video! Thank you 🙏

[@AndersErickson]

Absolutely! Cheers, Simon!

[@noahkohn9350]

I cut lime wheels as thin as I can for my daiquiris so that I can float them right on top. Looks very refined.

[@AndersErickson]

That does look nice - like having your own personal punch bowl. Cheers!

[@cebailey5920]

YES! Thank you for this!

[@aaronatkins5520]

Great tips. Thanks again for the great content

[@stefinatorr]

I like to make my Gin & Tonics for the night in the same glass, with a slice of lime. I add a slice of lime every two drinks, or so, without ever removing any slices. Keeps them tasting fresher and fresher through the night. At the end of the night I muddle the lime slices and just add some tonic water for a refresher.

[@domhuckle]

Wheels are disco - wedges are timeless

[@jeffhansell]

As always, this is outstanding mate!

[@EricAAnderson]

I appreciate this channel.

[@justinellis8864]

Thanks Anders! a really great video 🙂

[@anoopkarir1306]

THESE VIDEOS ARE SO GOOD!

[@adama4455]

Going to have trouble sleeping tonight after seeing FIRE

[@pierresstuff1590]

thank you for another great video!

[@rev0lcisum313]

Just what I was looking for!

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers!

[@PatrickBurnhamTech]

I think it's important to mention the need for FRESH fruit and the safety behind using fresh vs potentially refrigerated or old fruit. Good fresh fruit is safer to cut or peel, easier to use for garnish and will provide many more oils vs a old or refrigerated piece of fruit.

[@AndersErickson]

Great point, Patrick! Fresh is definitely the way to go. Cheers!

[@felixschiefer9241]

I have been looking for another Cocktail related channel, and im glad I found yours. I love your videos.

[@jebujex]

Happy weekend!

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers!

[@midphase]

Holy crap....did you guys just drop a Zolly move in there?!? Mad props to whoever is handling the camera!

[@shannonkayatani3001]

Mahalo Anders!🤙

[@_-_-_-Prof.BoskoBiathi-_-_-_]

Hey anders,..i dreamed for a housebar for a long time,..and this year i started finally to collect basicbottles,..i follow a german chanel calls: BANNEKE,FEINKOST FLÜSSIG. But then i found our chanel,..aaand what should i say,..cuz of u and ur fabulous girl,.i went deeper in topic of drinks,..collecting more and more sorts of rum and gin,..different overproofs and many more,.i made my own falernum,pimento dram and different syrup,..like thyme,mint and cinnamon,...u have kind of extra feeling in ur videos,..like a friend discusses to u,.u know.go on,..and greetings from germany..

[@AndersErickson]

Thank you so much! I'm happy you're finding value in the videos - love that you're making your own infusions and syrups! Happy mixing and cheers! 🇩🇪

[@rehancoffee2265]

mate, you are like the james hoffmann of cocktails

[@StephenHoops]

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for this. A video I knew I needed but couldn't find a good one to scratch the itch!

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers, Stephen! Happy this one helped!

[@jamesgriffin7046]

Excellent video quality, editing, and audio. Thanks for making the content and the presentation both top notch!

[@Asta_Zoldyck]

This was great!! Ready for the next one 🍻

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks! Enjoy the weekend!

[@davidpost354]

Ditch the hat! Your hair (and personality) is amazing!

[@tgray0379]

Love this channel!!

[@P4me4ever]

cut the wedges 90° the other way, so you see the chambers of the fruit in it, it looks way more beautiful cheers

[@mlbarber]

Super informative and fantastic as always

[@peatypete67]

Came here for the orange coin to garnish Revolvers tonight (comparing different coffee liqueurs), walked away with so much more!

[@AlekSearcy]

The Jaws zoom at 5:48 is cracking me up

[@youngamoney1992]

Great video!

[@brett327]

So good! I wonder whether Anders would consider a local "meet up" where he could conduct a live action class for channel adherents in his local area. After all is said and done, people just want to hang with cool folks and I get the sense that Anders and Azz would be fabulous hosts.

[@johnmangels7944]

Exactly the video/tips I was looking for to improve my amateur bartending skills, Anders. I still haven't quite gotten the hang of flaming orange peels, but I'm working on it. Thanks.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, John! Keep practicing - you'll get that flamed orange peel down soon!

[@foodshiesty3270]

Wow I wasn't going to watch this cause I was like "meh I don't really need to know this" but wow that was such a great video. Definitely going to experiment with flaming garnishes

[@dusanslepcev2665]

I'd love if you made a follow up video called Complex Cocktail Garnishing

[@lorenfortna4504]

Definitely the weakest part of my cocktail game. Thank you for the guidance.

[@lezapzap311]

Thanks for the explanation, helps a lot in guiding me on my cocktails 😁

[@David-mg8zu]

Great vid bro 👍 enjoy your weekend

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, David! Enjoy your weekend too! 🥃

[@davidbrown2666]

Great idea for a video - would be very interested in a sequel with more unique garnish ideas

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, David! Might have to do a followup vid. Enjoy the weekend!

[@christinecamley]

I love this terrific instruction in making garnishes, Anders! This is an area I have to improve on. A lovely garnish makes such a nice addition to a cocktail and yet, here and there, a few I make feel like they really don't need one. But even when I am making one just for myself, I like a beautiful garnish to enhance the drink or to be there to squeeze in to the cocktail. The flame is fun to do! Like you, I like a nice match and I don't use butane - nooo! The art of cocktails is endlessly interesting! That includes lovely ice, too! Mine has to be clear! Have a terrific weekend! Hope you are well! Cheers! 🙂

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Christine! Hope you're enjoying your weekend! It's so true, not every cocktail needs a garnish - sometimes simple is best. It makes the drinks that do use a garnish all the more special! Cheers!!

[@christinecamley]

@@AndersErickson Right on! Cheers Anders!

[@danification6587]

great video!!!

[@davidpost354]

This was a fantastic video- thanks for educating us on how to garnish our drinks!

[@Fireleapingfaith]

"easy peazy. lemon squeezy *grabs lemon*" 😂😂😂

[@Hawk7886]

Dude I'm the guy squeezing a lime wheel into my daquiri. Those things are delicious, and I love lime. No shame.

[@jackbenavides2880]

Anders, great video once again! Different than usual but I always appreciate the little tidbits of knowledge you teach. Enjoy your weekend... Cheers!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Jack! Have a great weekend as well - Cheers!

[@jessemccarrell128]

You had me at “there will be flames”.

[@nathanhowe3553]

Great video. 🙂

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers, Nathan!

[@WhiskeySugarBitters]

Great video as always Anders! Love a good lime wheel squeeze 😁 "can I have a napkin please?"

[@AndersErickson]

I can tell you've seen the wheel squeeze before! 😂 Thanks, Johan!

[@martinlangston7791]

Great info. Thanks

[@MrMoney331]

Great video! Really should do more flame peels! They look killer!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Chris! Have to admit - they are pretty cool 🍊🔥

[@gordonweir7953]

Slàinte Mhath Anders, another solid Vid, I did have a go during Lockdown of making my own Lemoncello, and the amount of flavor you get from the lemon skin is incredible.

[@AndersErickson]

Love that you made your own Lemoncello! Cheers, Gordon!

[@jgutierrez8024]

Great stuff, thank you. Salud

[@nathanjahn8100]

👋 love your videos!

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Nathan! 🥃

[@maikb9091]

Cool video, as always 😉 cheers🥃

[@AndersErickson]

Cheers, Maik! 🥃

[@thorstan6157]

Hi Anders, thank you for this one. Nice basics to know. I´ll keep this for later, when i finish my very loooooong Gin&FeverTreeTonic-Time. As always, you are doing a great job in production o fthe videos, i can see the time you spend with this. Have a good weekend.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Thor!

[@ethantalbot1811]

Definitely saving this vid to my "useful life stuff" folder haven't seen many videos addressing garnishing techniques for drinks so I can say that I appreciate this quite a bit. Side question, do you use a specific type of pick with your garnishes? I've tried with standard toothpicks and found them to be too short to hold anything on top of my glassware. Thanks again for such a great video.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks, Ethan! Glad this was helpful. The picks I use are larger than a standard toothpick and only pointed on one end. Hope this helps!

[@chankak]

@@AndersErickson Do you have a link by any chance? I'm also interested in buying the type you use in your videos. Love your content!

[@fr3d611]

@@chankak are you by any chance in Portugal? Because here i found them supermarkets like Continente.

[@batfinksdad]

I second that question . On uk Amazon you can only get tiny cocktails Sticks like toothpicks . Any larger ones are huge like kebab skewers.

[@batfinksdad]

@@AndersErickson what search term would you use for this ? It’s killing me !

[@mhudson1738]

I feel like we are getting into the advanced classes now. I can't wait to try some flaming citrus oil.

[@BransGams]

Hey dude! With the season coming up you should do a video on the Tom and Jerry. I know it’s a local favorite here in DC. And I have no idea what it is.

[@manowarkill67]

I had a bar manager only cut limes into wheels. if I'm making a simple g&t, its all preference for how much lime, and the costumer deserves a wedge.

[@lorena_b.113]

Hi Anders! First of all: I love your videos. Best thing corona gave us ;) I was wondering if you could give us a recipe for self made cocktail cherries. That would be great! Greetings from Germany! :)

[@christophermungra6227]

Hey, can you do a clip about fusions with spirits (Whiskey, Vodka and Gin)? Thanks

[@NathanielScottYT]

5:48 I know a good dolly zoom when I see one

[@daleperry4771]

I know you didn't discuss cherries in this video, but could you please list the various brands you use in your drinks. Thank you.

[@robertallair7278]

Thanks Anders! I am going to be looking for an opportunity to flame some cocktails! (without setting my guests, or the house, on 🔥)

[@Batzarn82]

I never knew how to express juice. I have always sat there and twisted it and just mutilated the poor fruit. Thanks Anders!

[@AndersErickson]

Hope this helps! No more mutilated fruit 😂 Cheers, Matthew!

[@gilangignasraharjo6138]

This is a really nicechannel

[@rocinante217]

Superb video as always, Anders! Really enjoy these technique videos. Any chance we could do a Part 2 to this on how to make homemade cocktail cherries?

[@AndersErickson]

You read my mind, David! That might have to happen. Cheers!

[@cavemandrew5565]

Oh man, I've totally tried to squeeze a wheel! 🍋🍋🍋

[@AndersErickson]

There are worse things to do. The wedge just makes squeezing easier!

[@sgs_gurkgoat6601]

You had me at edge and wheel... Then you said Dark'n'Stormy. Instant sub. Low key, add a pineapple ice cube. You can thank me later. Changes up the whole profile.

[@lawrencedavis4883]

Thoughts on dehydrated fruits?

[@guyrich6467]

What are your thoughts on dried citrus wheels?

[@wafelsen]

In cutting swaths of citrus, I have found it hard to trim away the pith and would be interested in how you do that. If I cut the swath with a peeler I typically get a thin enough piece that there isn't much pith, but if I cut with a knige, it is hard to cut so shallowly that little pith comes along.

[@AndersErickson]

Great point. The peeler is definitely easier - if you have a good one you won't be grabbing a bunch of pith. That's why I always like having one handy!

[@harizlatarevic6654]

Can we expect some tips for eggnog cocktail on Anders way for Xmas days?? :)