When it comes to personalizing your wedding, one of the most fun details to consider is your very own signature cocktail. These beverages offer guests a taste of your personality and will be a drink they can enjoy sipping on throughout your big day. How do you choose the perfect signature drink? Here’s a guide to creating a cocktail experience that your guests will remember long after the last toast.
Picking your cocktail should be a fun and personal process ~ think of drinks that capture your shared style or that bring up fond memories. Consider ideas such as where you met, your honeymoon location, inside jokes or pet names. You can always name the drinks with a fun twist, something that hints at your relationship while adding a little humor or romance.
It’s a great idea to offer “his and hers,” or just two contrasting drinks to suit different tastes. Try one that is fresh and fruity and another that is strong and spiced. Some examples are:
- Champagne with a twist (Think French 75)
- Aperol Spritz
- Margaritas
- Whiskey Sour
- Espresso Martini
This also gives each partner a chance to show their personality through their drink and allows for them to fully enjoy what they’re sipping on.
Let the season guide your cocktail ingredients to keep flavors fresh and fitting!
Spring: Cucumber mint cooler, lavender lemonade gin fizz
Summer: Aperol spritz, watermelon margarita, Peach bourbon smash
Fall: Spiced apple mule, cranberry rosemary gin, moscow mule
Winter: Cinnamon old-fashioned, espresso martini, hot toddy, hot chocolate with a twist
Choosing a seasonal signature cocktail not only enhances your wedding theme, but offers something cool and refreshing for summer celebrations, or warm and cozy for winter gatherings. If you’re not sure where to start, one easy way to decide on your signature cocktail is by matching them to the season of your wedding!
You don’t need to create your drink from scratch. Collaborate with your catering team or bartender to find a flavor profile you both love. They’ll know what’s practical for a crowd and which batches to prep in advance to ensure smooth service. Leaning on expert advice can help you narrow down the ideal drinks for your big day and booking a tasting session lets you sip and tweak the flavors in advance, guaranteeing they will be just right for the celebration!
Who doesn’t love a good insta-worthy cocktail? Elevate your cocktail with thoughtful presentation:
- Garnish with edible flowers, fresh herbs or creative rinds
- Serve in stylish glassware or custom cups
- Use personalized signs, napkins or stir sticks
Your cocktail can easily become a photo-worthy highlight of the day, looking just as good as it tastes. Have fun with this one and personalize your presentation to fit the theme you're going for!
A mocktail version of your signature drink is a thoughtful and inclusive detail. Keep the look and flavor just as exciting so all guests feel a part of the fun, no matter what’s in their glass. Use garnishes and stunning colors that match your drink so the mocktail feels just as festive as the original.
Your wedding is a celebration of your love and pouring your personality as a couple into your drinks can be a creative experience for you both! Experiment with your favorite drinks, explore flavor combinations and find what feels right for you. Incorporate your style and aesthetic to create a signature sip your guests won’t stop talking about!