The Best Cocktail Snow Globes

Have you seen the yearly craze that goes around at this time of year - the Cocktail Snow globe phenomenon. People around the world jump on the trend and try and make the best mini winter Christmas theme in a glass, ready to pour in your favourite drinks in a beautiful winter wonderland scene.

It's especially prevalent on tiktok with the hash tag #Snowglobecocktail, with over 3.1M views alone.

It's a simple concept at it's heart. Upside down sprig of rosemary (usually), freeze in water and you've got yourself a miniature Christmas tree in a frosty landscape. Serve with some transparent fizz and you've got yourself a little moving scene. Gin and tonic works especially well here.

As your experimentations evolve you add some berries, maybe even a mini snowman, and the scenes start to expand and become miniature pieces of art in a glass.

We've gone out and found our favourite examples from the internet for you to see, along with some of our own attempts. It's not as easy as it looks!

Our very own attempt

After about 6 or 7 tries we might add!

Step-by-Step Tips for Creating the Cocktail Snow Globe

1. Prepare the Glass

Choose the Glass: Select a clear glass (like a tumbler, brandy snifter, or a globe-shaped jar).
Add Decorative Elements:
- Place fresh cranberries, pomegranate seeds, or small edible flowers at the bottom of the glass. These will look festive once frozen.
- Sprinkle a pinch of edible glitter for a shimmering effect.

2. Prepare the Rosemary Garnish

Position the Rosemary:
- Take a fresh rosemary sprig and place it upside down in the center of the glass. Ensure the "bushy" end faces downward to mimic the shape of a tree.
Secure the Rosemary:
- Use kitchen string or twine to tie the thin end of the rosemary sprig to the rim of the glass.
- Anchor the string to the edges of the glass by taping it down with clear tape or securing it in a taut knot around the glass.

3. Fill and Freeze

Add Water:
- Gently pour water into the glass, leaving a small gap from the rim to allow for expansion during freezing. For clarity, use distilled water if available.
Optional Enhancements:
- Add a few cranberries, edible glitter, or sugar sprinkles into the water for extra flair.
Freeze:

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- Place the prepared glass in the freezer and leave it until fully frozen (4–6 hours or overnight).

4. Finishing Touches

Remove Supports:
- Carefully cut and remove the string or tape used to secure the rosemary sprig.
- If necessary, run warm water over the outside of the glass for a few seconds to loosen the frozen block, making it easier to reposition or serve.

5. Add Gin and Tonic

Our favourite cocktail of choice for a cocktail snow globe.

Optional: Melting Effect

Let the snow globe sit at room temperature for a few minutes to allow the ice to start melting. This creates a dynamic "snowing" effect if glitter or sugar was used.