Your wedding doesn't have to be all champagne and wine. You can make your day extra special and unique with your own signature drink to commemorate the day. To go the extra step, why not have all things cocktail-themed?
Signature cocktail
It’s your big day so why not make a drink all about you too! Concocting a signature drink in your and/or groom’s name puts a personal twist on proceedings and the boozy tipple is sure to get the party started. Talk to your bartender about what flavours work well together and what is popular. Decide whether you want a refreshing drink with a bit of a kick or a fabulously fruity cocktail with a bit of fizz. Find out what works and when you have your cocktail picked, you just have to come up with a signature name.
Theme
Struggling to decide on a theme for your wedding? Why not make it all things cocktail. A definite trend towards a less formal wedding day is fast emerging and a cocktail party idea for the reception could actually save you money in the long run. Make it clear on the invite that the reception is more of a ‘cocktail party theme’ meaning a full meal doesn’t necessarily have to be served; hors d’oeuvres, casual cocktail dress and a chilled out vibe may be the order of the day with a pop-up cocktail bar at your reception were attendees can invent their own drink. Affordable, inventive and unique!
The run-up
Organising your picture perfect wedding day will undoubtedly be one of the most stressful times of your life yet sometimes the stress can overshadow the happy occasion. Choosing a cocktail theme means injecting fun back into the day! In the run up, speak to a knowledgeable bar tender who can best advise you on drink mixes and better still, think of all the boozy sampling sessions one must attend to choose the perfect drink! A low-key cocktail idea means more time to relax, unwind and mingle with your loved ones on the big day.
Catering for everyone
A cocktail drinking theme means catering for the tee-totalers in your group. Instead of the panic to ensure the alcohol-free members of your wedding party are adhered to on the big day, create a booze-free tipple beforehand ensuring none of the guests will feel ‘left out’ on the drink front. Happy guests all 'round!
- Michelle Storey
Image credits: Candy floss drinks: Kara's Party Ideas | Mason jars: Green Wedding Shoes | Pink drink: Wedding Chicks | Citrus drinks: Wedding Wire