Lemon

A lemon twist or wheel is a classic cocktail garnish that adds a burst of citrus oil aroma to a drink. When you twist a strip of lemon peel over a cocktail, you’re expressing the oils from the skin — that’s where the fragrance lives, not in the juice. Lemon wheels look sharp on the rim of a Tom Collins or a glass of sangria. Lemons also get muddled, juiced, and zested in countless recipes. Buy unwaxed when you can, especially if you’re using the peel.

Last modified on September 24, 2026