What garnish would be best?

A: I've recently learned of a new cocktail and I love it. I want to add it to my bar's drink menu to see how it sells. Unfortunately, the one who told me of it didn't add a garnish.

What do you think would be a decent garnish to the following mixed drink?

1-1.5oz chocolate vodka
Almost fill w/ cola
2-3 squirts MIO drink flavoring (some kind of berry for best effect)
Served in an old fashioned glass.

Tastes exactly like it's name; Tootsie Pop.

I thought about using the actual candy as the garnish, but not sure if that would look right. A plastic stick? People might mistake it for a straw.

So what are your thoughts?

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Vivaci

I think a candy heart shaped stirrer might just do the trick.

PolyamorousPlaymates · C

@Vivaci That's not a bad idea.

Vivaci

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Vivaci

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PhoenixPhail · M

@Vivaci Very nice touch.

Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail Thanks H...I think it goes well with the contents of the drink too.

PhoenixPhail · M

@Vivaci What would you think about a split Maraschino cherry on the rim of the glass?

Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail unless the Squirt is cherry flavored, it might be misleading.

PhoenixPhail · M

@Vivaci I'll never be a good bartender. 😔

PolyamorousPlaymates · C

@Vivaci @GwydionFrost had the idea of changing it depending on the flavor used.

PolyamorousPlaymates · C

@PhoenixPhail It's easier than you think.

Vivaci

@PolyamorousPlaymates hmm...then that makes sense. That's one of the reasons I didn't suggest it.

Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail awww...I think you'll rock it.

PhoenixPhail · M

@Vivaci You're too kind. 😘

Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail I believe in your skills, H. I truly do...🤗💙

PhoenixPhail · M

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Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail I feel a lot better with your sweet compliments...😉 Ty, H. 🤗🥴[u][/u]

PhoenixPhail · M

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Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail 🥰🤗 You know you're v dear to me too H. Thanks for your friendship...

PhoenixPhail · M

@Vivaci I thank you for yours, as well.
Have a Good Night, and a Blessed Tomorrow. 🌹

H.

Vivaci

@PhoenixPhail Suweet!! And you're welcome, H 🤗💙😍

Goodnight 😴💤 and wishing you a lovely day tomorrow. 💐🌷🍨🤗