How to make a Lemon Twist

0 Slice off the ends of the lemon—these won’t be possible to transform into lemon twists.
1 Cut a round off a room temperature lemon with sharp knife. Slice through one side of the peel.
2 Use your knife or your hands to gently pull the lemon flesh and pith away from the peel. If necessary, trim any additional white pith from the peel. (The pith will give the lemon twist its structure, so we want there to be a little, but too much will translate to bitterness being added to your drink.)
3 Twist the peel onto itself, using a finger or a straw as a guide. It should hold its shape.
4 Serve on your favorite mixed drink as a cocktail garnish!