How To Cut Perfect Cocktail Garnishes Every Time

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Lime or Lemon Wedge

Let’s start simple: the lime wedge. It might be one of the less interesting garnishes, but it’s ubiquitous (just try to make a Gin and Tonic without it) and you need to know how to prepare one without accidentally lopping off any fingers.

First, slice about a quarter inch off of each end of your lime or lemon. Then cut the fruit in half, lengthwise, and set one of the halves cut side-down on your cutting board. Finally, slice it at an angle, lengthwise, and you should have a perfect little wedge.

While it may be more aesthetically pleasing to have a smaller wedge, the point of this garnish is to let the drinker squeeze the juice into their cocktail, so you don’t want to make it too small. Depending on the drink, you can adjust the size as needed, but it’s really a matter of personal preference.

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