Drinks are a huge thing at a wedding. Many brides and grooms ponder the idea of an open bar for hours. If you’re on a budget, an open bar might not even be an option. If you really wanted to serve your guests a drink, consider a “signature cocktail”. In fact, this idea is so popular, it’s even available WITH an open bar!
A “Signature Cocktail” is a cocktail that is prepared and sometimes even named after the bride and groom. They are generally fun, tasty and a huge hit at any wedding reception! The best part, the bride and groom have the “grueling” task of testing each and every cocktail until they find one that works the best! Sounds like a rough evening, right?
If you have a particular color theme for your wedding, you may want to try and coordinate your Signature Cocktail with this. Especially because a beautiful tray of cocktails can certainly help finalize your “table-scape”.
Here is a great idea from the Weddingstar Blog:
Sophisticated Jello Shooter
Sophisticated Jello Shooter
1 package of Jello
1 cup boiling water
1 cup chilled ChampagneAdd the Jello and boiling water and stir until powder is dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Slowly add the champagne and stir in. Pour into an ice cube tray and refrigerate until set. When the Jello has begun to set you can dust them with sprinkles or colored sugar for a little extra pizazz.
To loosen shots, dip the bottom of the trays in hot water for 5 seconds and then run a knife around the outside of the shot. To remove, tip the ice-cube trays upside down over a plate. Place on a serving tray and serve with tongs or serve individually in the glass of your choice!
The above images show a strawberry kiwi Jello – however, if you’re doing a different color, go ahead and switch up the flavors and colors!
If you do some research, there are millions of different cocktails out there. You can fancy each one up with your own style by using fancy cocktail glassware, straws and other items to “doll” up your famous mixture.
If you think that your cocktail will be a hit, think about incorporating the recipe into the favor for your guests to take home. You can also create recipe cards for your guests to pick up and take home.
A fun way to inform your guests of your Signature Cocktail is to include a sign at the front of the reception or announce it as drinks are handed out. Many brides and grooms include “beverage tickets” as a fun twist as well.
Keep in mind: Signature cocktails can have a non-alcoholic version as well. I prefer to call these “mocktails” and they are fun for kids too!
