The 7 Dehydrated Fruit Garnishes You Need to Elevate Your Cocktail Game
Ready to take your cocktails from average to artful? Dehydrated fruits don’t just look stunning on the glass — they each bring a unique flavour and aroma that elevates your drink’s overall experience. Here’s your flavour cheat sheet:
1. Dehydrated Lemon
Flavour: Zesty & bright
Best For: Lemon Drops, Tom Collins, G&Ts
Why It Works: Its sharp citrus oils and vibrant colour add freshness and flair — perfect for classic cocktails and sours.
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2. Dehydrated Lime
Flavour: Tart & crisp
Best For: Margaritas, Mojitos, Daiquiris
Why It Works: Lime slices bring acidity and structure to sweet or spirit-forward drinks — plus, they’re G&T gold.
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3. Dehydrated Orange
Flavour: Sweet & mellow
Best For: Negronis, Old Fashioneds, Aperol Spritz
Why It Works: Slightly bitter and beautifully aromatic, orange slices balance boozy cocktails and bring warmth to the glass.
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4. Dehydrated Blood Orange
Flavour: Rich & berry-like
Best For: Spiced rum drinks, signature gin serves
Why It Works: Deep red tones and complex flavour make this a visual and flavour standout — loved by bartenders as it’s ideal for showstopper cocktails.
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5. Dehydrated Green Apple
Flavour: Tangy & crisp
Best For: Apple Martinis, Whisky cocktails, Ciders
Why It Works: Adds a zingy-fresh vibes to any drink. The perfect balance of tart and sweet, with a beautiful green pop.
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6. Dehydrated Pineapple
Flavour: Tropical & sweet
Best For: Piña Coladas, Tiki cocktails, Tequila Spritz
Why It Works: With its caramelised edges and beachy sweetness, pineapple is a must-have for summery sips and exotic flair.
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7. Dehydrated Pink Grapefruit
Flavour: Bitter-sweet & floral
Best For: Palomas, Grapefruit Spritz, Gin cocktails
Why It Works: Its vibrant blush colour and citrusy bitterness are perfect for adding a grown-up edge and serious visual pop.
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Bonus: Garnish + Rim = 🔥
Pair these fruits with our Flavoured Rims for the ultimate garnish glow-up — think Chilli Salt with Pineapple, or Fancy Floral Sugar with Apple.
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