Find a Signature Drink for Your Wedding
Who says wedding planning can’t be fun? Whether you’re thinking of offering cocktails during the reception or after party (or both!), keep your guests entertained and ready to hit the dance floor with a creative wedding drink menu. Wondering where to start? Don’t worry, we’ve got tips and tricks to help you do just that.
Set the tone for the event with a delicious wedding cake, some sweet desserts, charming table settings and one-of-a-kind handmade favors. And then comes the best part: fun wedding drinks! For example, put your own unique spin on the classic mint julep by mixing in your favorite flavored simple syrup and topping with flowers or fruit. Read on for more cocktail ideas that will ensure an unforgettable wedding.
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Berry Rose Mojito
Get your cocktail hour on with a winning mix of strawberries, lime, mint, sugar and most importantly, sparkling rosé.
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Pretty-in-Pink Mimosa
These pretty-in-pink sips are bubbling with pineapple and blood orange juices, champagne and orange liqueur. For a jazzy addition, have your bartender rim each glass with pink sanding sugar. GET THE RECIPE
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Refreshing Rosemary Greyhound
If you like your adult beverages on the sweet and savory side, then definitely give this rosemary greyhound a try. It’s pretty-in-pink thanks to a bit of grapefruit juice which gives it a citrusy kick.
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Blackberry + Honeysuckle Spritz
Serve your guests a delicious cocktail they'll be dreaming about all year long. Pair juicy, garden-fresh blackberries with sweet honeysuckle vodka for a colorful cocktail that tastes like summer in a glass.
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Beer Margarita
Get the best of both worlds by combining two popular wedding drinks — beer and margaritas — into one refreshing and delicious sip.
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Moscow Mule With a Twist
The classic Moscow mule gets a cold-weather makeover with the addition of cranberry simple syrup — perfect for those chilly fall and winter weddings.
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Summery Honeysuckle Mimosas
Equal parts pretty, delicious and easy to assemble, this sweet, sunny cocktail will wow the crowd at your romantic summer or spring wedding.
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Whimsical Gin Fizz
Eat, drink and be merry with a signature sparkling cocktail that's bursting with vibrant berry colors and an evergreen-like fragrance.
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Boozy Bourbon + Peach Smash
Just one sip and you'll agree: bourbon + peach = a match made in cocktail heaven. Best of all, this not-too-sweet summery sip is a snap to make by macerating the fruit overnight for a perfectly peachy syrup.
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Tipsy Hibiscus + Green Tea
Rich in antioxidants and full of flavor, this bourbon-based cocktail is both good for you and good for what ails you.
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Ginger Grapefruit Bourbon Sour
Show off your and your spouse's playful personalities with a signature sip to match. Packed with bright citrus flavors and based with bourbon, this cocktail is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Honeysuckle Strawberry Slush
Treat your guests with a grown-up slushie that combines two of the summer season's most iconic flavors: strawberry and honeysuckle (vodka, that is).
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Lavender Collins Cocktail
This colorful twist on the classic Collins cocktail puts fresh-picked lavender to good use and will look pretty in your wedding pictures.
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Summertime Watermelon Mule
Give your standard mule a summery kick in the glass with the addition of fresh, muddled watermelon.
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Purple Rain Perfection
Let the good times roll with this signature Purple Rain cocktail that incorporates Don Julio Blanco tequila, cranberry syrup, fresh lemon and lime juices and is garnished with a purple flower.
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Autumn Harvest Sangria
Brimming with fall's most iconic flavors, this sangria is sure to warm guests up no matter the temperature outside.
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Tipsy Tropical Agua Fresca
For nuptials taking place on a hot sunny day, consider this fruity and refreshing cocktail of pineapple, lime, orange, tequila and rum to get your guests in the party mood.
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Cardamom Berry Smash
The deep flavor of fresh blackberries melds with the exotic spice of cardamom syrup and citrusy botanicals of gin to create a refreshing relief to the summer heat. This would fit right in at a rustic-chic soirée.
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Magical Margarita
Get ready for the oohs and aahs with this luxurious margarita featuring a shimmery-blue liqueur and edible gold stars.
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Smashed Cherry Mule
This sweet, pretty drink takes full advantage of fresh cherries by blending them into a classic Moscow mule.
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Pineapple Hibiscus Punch
We’re deeming this boozy beverage "summer in a glass." Sweet pineapple juice and white rum layer with complex flavors like ginger, cilantro and hibiscus tea to pack a tasty punch.
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Pink Grapefruit Gin and Tonic
Garnished with mint and a slice of pink grapefruit, this delicious take on the gin and tonic would be ideal for a spring garden wedding.
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Lime in the Coconut Cocktail
Perfect for a beach wedding, this tropical adult beverage is made with coconut vodka, pineapple puree and a splash of flavored sparkling water.
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Mocktail: Sparkling Cran-Citrus
It's great to include a mocktail for those who don't imbibe or little ones in attendance. A splash of cranberry juice added to orange-flavored sparkling water gives this drink a fun coral hue. Rim each glass with sugar and garnish with an orange wedge to evoke an adult-beverage aesthetic.
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Boozy Berry Patch Lemonade
Calling all berry lovers! This one's for you. Raspberries, blackberries and strawberries soak in a mix of lemonade, bourbon and pomegranate juice to make this tasty cocktail: a great choice for a Southern summer wedding.
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Sweet Honey Bourbon Cider
For a tasteful drink to serve at a fall reception, combine bourbon, honey and apple cider to make a sweet and sugary cocktail that guests will love.
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Pretty Pomegranate Mimosa
The perfect drink for getting ready with the girls, a mimosa is a classic way to celebrate the day of the wedding. Opt for pomegranate juice over the traditional orange juice for a fun take on the traditional brunch cocktail.
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Caramel Apple Martinis
Ditch the classic cocktails and opt for flavorful versions instead, like these delicious caramel apple martinis. Dress up the glasses with cinnamon sugar and a wooden stir stick.
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Boozy Orange Creamsicle Float
Cocktail hour meets dessert time with these decadent grown-up creamsicle floats. It's safe to say that you won't find anything like this on a normal dessert table.
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Cherry, Vanilla and Amaretto Cocktail
If a cozy winter wedding is in your future, this cocktail is the way to go. Cherry, vanilla and amaretto give this sip all the flavors of a hot-from-the-oven cherry pie. The whipped cream and pie crust crumble make it as pretty as it is tasty.
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Refreshing Mint Julep
Having a summer wedding? Cool off with this Southern classic.
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Pink Flamingo Cocktail
Bring the feel of a tropical destination wedding to your reception with this fun-in-the-sun, pink flamingo cocktail. Feeling extra? Garnish the glasses with fresh fruit slices and a playful umbrella.
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Mocktail: Virgin Grapefruit Mojito
Pink grapefruit, sweet agave and fresh mint are muddled together and topped with flavored soda to create the same great taste of a mojito, just without the alcohol.
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Black & Blue Mint Mojito
Brightening up a classic cocktail for a unique signature sip is as easy as incorporating juicy fresh fruit and aromatic herbs.
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Sneaky Tequila Cocktail
Not for the faint of heart, this cocktail has a smooth taste with a powerful punch, thanks to tequila, coconut rum and peach schnapps topped with pineapple and cranberry juices.
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Appleberry Pie Cocktail
This cocktail is almost too pretty to drink ... almost. This berry-heavy cocktail features raspberries, blueberries and blackberries and is mixed with apple juice and cognac. Yum!
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Mai Tai
The name Mai Tai actually translates to "out of this world" in Tahitian, and that’s exactly what this signature sip is. But to enjoy the tasty concoction, all you really need to know is which dark and light rums you prefer.
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Coastal Citrus Punch
This one's for all you fruity cocktail enthusiasts. Six types of fruit combine with white wine to create a tasty punch that your guests will keep coming back for.
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Sol de Flare Cocktail
Some like it hot! This refreshing cocktail, peppered with spicy tequila, is sure to start a fiesta on your special day.
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Cranberry Lime Float
Looking for something a little out of the ordinary? Look no further than this refreshing combination of lime sherbet, cranberry juice and vodka.
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Mocktail: Cantaloupe Ginger Spritzer
You just can’t go wrong with a zingy, flavorful spritzer. Incorporate unexpected flavors like cantaloupe and ginger for a conversation-starting sip to enjoy while celebrating all night long.
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Tart Strawberry Mojito
Delicious strawberries and tart lemons lend a sweet summertime twist to the classic mojito in this irresistible cocktail.
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Spicy Mango Margarita
Calling all spice lovers! This delicious blend of mango, jalapeno and tequila is sure to set your mouth (and the party) on fire.
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Mellow Melon Margarita
Like its name promises, this fruity twist on the traditional margarita will leave you refreshed and feeling mellow. (And who can't use that after all the stressful wedding planning?)
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Matcha Green Tea Gimlet
If you're looking for sophistication, look no further. The grassy notes of matcha balance perfectly with flowery botanicals of London dry gin in this very "green" cocktail. It's a bit tart, a bit sweet, a bit unusual and very tasty.
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Chocolaty Peppermint Cocktail
Dreaming of a winter wonderland? Keep your wedding guests warm with this decadent cocktail made with peppermint and hot cocoa.
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Golf-Themed Cocktail
Don't forget about the groom's signature drink. For this cocktail, combine Tres Agaves Blanco Tequila, cold brewed tea, lemon juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker and dry shake for 5 seconds. Pour into Collins glass with ice and top with soda water. Add 5 dashes of angostura on top and garnish with reindeer moss.
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Delectable Caramel Apple Sip
If you're planning a fall wedding, try something seasonal like this caramel apple mixed drink. It can be served warm or cold depending on your preference.
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Mocktail: Raspberry Lemon Cooler
Looking for a mocktail that tastes as refreshing as a cocktail? Fresh raspberries add a sweet fruitiness while non-alcoholic ginger beer creates an unexpected spiciness in this aesthetically pleasing drink.
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