Post #287068 by Chip and Andy on Tue, Feb 20, 2007 8:25 PM

On 2007-02-20 18:28, VampiressRN wrote:
Where does a mixologist/neophyte find edible orchids for drinks?

Dendrobium (sp?) blooms are edible. Not tasty, but edible. Almost all orchid blooms are edible, or more specifically, you can use just about any orchid bloom as a garnish for your drink. For that matter you can use just about any flower you want for a garnish, not just orchids. Orchids are exotic, daisies are fun, rose petals are kind of romantic, you get the idea...

Now, as to where to find them.... You can order in bulk from the internet if you are having a party. You can buy flower sprays at your local florist if you only want a few for you. Or, and this is the best way, you can buy an orchid at your local garden store. Then, when you have used up all of the flowers, you still have the plant and can grow more flowers. And, don't let anyone tell you differently, orchids are very easy to grow if you have any kind of indirect sunlight in which to place them.