Forget 'simple': Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colours and flavours

South Korean bar Alice's Foggy Fongo cocktail. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks. — Photo: Instagram/alice_cheongdam

After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back.

Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold colour palettes, layered flavours, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.