Regardless of your budget or aesthetic, there's a high-design cocktail pick worthy of your next drink. (Photo by Jeff Harris)
The cocktail pick serves an important purpose, keeping fingers dry while plucking a plump cherry from a Manhattan or fishing a twist from the depths of an Old-Fashioned. Sure, a wooden toothpick could do the job. But why not impress your guests by spearing some fruit with style? Whether you choose a cheeky plastic pick or a satin sterling silver spike, crafted like fine jewelry, the only thing you'll wet is your whistle.Him and Her Pic in sterling silver—$120/pairThe perfect wedding present for your whisky-loving friends who have enough whisky.Celtic Martini Pick in Pennsylvania cherrywood—$5Sleek and simple, this wooden pick comes complete with a cultural design.Kate Spade New York Acrylic Arrows in black or cream—$20/4For your next cocktail party, add some direction to your drink.Chateau Antique Key Cocktail Picks by Twine in zinc and stainless steel—$20/4The key to a great looking cocktail is closer than you'd think.Branch & Twig Cocktail Pick in brass and nickel—$18/4Despite the design, these won't add any extra woodiness to your whiskey.Laurel Pics in sterling silver—$120/pairAdd some class to your glass with this elegant accessory.Skull Martini Pick in stainless steel by ROOS—$11/5If your dram is a bit more rock and roll, grab these skull picks.Crate and Barrel pick in stainless steel—$7/6No frills here, just solid, stainless steel stirrers.
