Signature wedding drinks are a creative way to elevate your reception. By offering your guests a few curated signature cocktail options, you can create a menu that reflects your personal style and fits seamlessly into your wedding. These beverages allow you to share some of your love story with your guests one sip at a time.
How Many Specialty Wedding Drinks Should You Serve at a Wedding?
When it comes to creating signature cocktails, less is more. Two or three options are ideal, as this gives guests options to complement an open bar. Many couples choose one featured cocktail to represent each partner or their preferences. Adding a third drink provides more variety and could be inspired by a favorite shared memory, give a nod to the season or provide a non-alcoholic option.
How to Create Signature Cocktails For a Wedding
Developing signature cocktails allows you and your partner to get creative and personal. Start by thinking about your go-to drink order. Whether it’s a classic cocktail or something more unique, use that as a base and think about ways you can tweak the recipe to align it with your wedding theme, season, venue or a personal memory. Consider the drink’s colors, flavors and garnishes.
For example, you might choose bright, citrusy notes for a summer wedding or warm spices for a fall celebration. Incorporate ingredients that complement your food menu, match your color scheme or evoke the atmosphere of your reception. Lastly, add a personal touch to the presentation. This could include personal names for your drinks that represent a special memory, playful nickname or personal story. These little details transform a drink into a meaningful experience for your guests.
Get Inspired: 4 Wedding Signature Drinks Ideas
Need help coming up with ideas for specialty wedding drinks? Consider some of these options for inspiration:
Amaretto Espresso Mocktini
Fresh-brewed and chilled espresso with almond simple syrup and chocolate bitters
This mocktail is shaken with ice until foamy, strained into a martini glass and garnished with three espresso beans.
The Wedding Morning Glory
Fresh-brewed and chilled espresso combined with fresh-squeezed orange juice, vanilla bean syrup, Amaro and Prosecco
To top off this refreshing summer morning version of an Espresso Martini, garnish with fresh mint and an orange slice.
Here Little Piggy Old Fashioned
Bacon fat-infused bourbon, New York State grade A maple syrup and Angostura bitters with custom ice cubes
This is a great choice for those looking for a unique bourbon addition to their signature cocktail list.
A Taste of Autumn
Vodka, butterscotch liquor, Mayer Bros. fresh local apple cider and champagne
These seasonal ingredients combine to make an autumnal version of a classic champagne cocktail.
Design the Perfect Cocktail Menu With Rich’s Catering
Rich’s Catering & Special Events is the perfect partner to help plan your special day. From cocktails to dining menus to venues, our wedding and event professionals create a tailored experience to ensure your every wish and need is met. Their mixologists create seasonal cocktail lists for clients using trendy ingredients and innovative recipes that are sure to please your entire party. Reach out today to learn more about our services and start planning your dream wedding.