As creators of exceptionally refreshing Premium Sodas, Something & Nothing appreciate how a well placed, well thought-out garnish can put the proverbial cherry on top of your at-home beverage. The perfect way to make an alc-free experience feel extra special while you’re not drinking, moderating or somewhere in between. 

Enhancing both the look and taste of a drink, a good garnish can be the final flourish that really brings a beverage home and makes something simple and everyday feel a touch special. 

They’ve gathered a few ideas (trending & classic) below, to help add a certain something, something to your Something & Nothing when drinking at home. 

HERB OUT 

Fresh, fragrant and flavorful, Something & Nothing are all about herbs migrating from plate to glass. Gently bruise or smack your herbs before serving for maximal aroma / flavor release. 

Thyme’s aromatic, subtly savory quality pairs beautifully with the bright flavors of yuzu so it is perfect with Something & Nothing’s Yuzu Soda. Another herb-ish thought starter for the yuzu fans — a lemongrass stick. Cut a lemongrass stalk into a long stick and use it as a stirrer, it’s exotic, aromatic and practical. Win, win.   

Dill, that quietly contentious herb that rivals cilantro in terms of controversy, is also a delicious addition to Something & Nothing’s Cucumber Soda. 

A beautiful branch of mint is also great with Something & Nothing’s Hibiscus & Rose Soda but is equally at home with all their drinks. 

CHUNK OR RIBBON

A simple chunk, slice or ribbon of something from the fruit bowl or crisper can transform your humble at home drink into a bar-worthy concoction. 

A ribbon of cucumber, not only the perfect accoutrement for a Cucumber Soda but also, unexpectedly delicious with Something & Nothing’s Hibiscus & Rose Soda.

Together, they have a summery, herbal quality that’s subtly reminiscent of gin. In fact, Hendrick’s Gin uses Bulgarian rose and a cucumber mash to flavor their liquid  — an idea inspired by the very English notion of eating cucumber sandwiches in a rose garden.

A chunk of Fresh Grapefruit is also the perfect finish for our Hibiscus & Rose Soda.

Adding dill to your Something & Nothing Cucumber beverage already (as above)? A fresh chunk of coconut will take this pairing to the next, tropical, creamy level. Or swap coconut for a wedge of watermelon for a fruitier outcome.

Savory fans might like a juicy, giant caper berry in their Something & Nothing Cucumber Soda. This would also work well with the Yuzu palate too.

ON THE RIM

Take your drink with a pinch of salt (or sugar), add a rim moment for the best effort to outcome ratio.

It’s as easy as rubbing water or lemon juice around the rim of your cocktail glass and then turning your glass upside-down and rotating it in a small plate of sugar or salt. You can go full round the equator or play around with asymmetrical placement. 

A rosemary salt or sugar rim, delicious with Something & Nothing Hibiscus & Rose Soda. Lemon salt or sugar, fantastic with Something & Nothing’s Yuzu Soda. And mint or ginger salt / sugar for the Something & Nothing Cucumber fans. 

ICE IT

Hide your garnish in your ice for a flourish as fun and good looking as an excellent first date. 

Populate your ice cubes trays with herbs or edible flowers and freeze. Think: rosemary, mint, rose petals, lemon, grapefruit etc.

For a pop of color AND flavor, try brewing a strong hibiscus tea, letting it cool before pouring it into an ice cube tray. Add to your Something & Nothing Hibiscus & Rose Soda!  

Looking for further inspiration in this department? Look no further than our friend Disco Cubes.