How to choose the perfect signature cocktails for your event.
No matter the size, you want your event to be perfect. The guestlist is picked, your décor is planned, the menu is chosen, and you are ready to go. Having a couple signature cocktails for your event is a great way to express your taste and add a personal touch.
Think about what you like.
What is your preference? Sweet? Dry? Spicy? Figuring out what you like is the first and most important step. You want your drink not only to be delicious, but to represent you. Try to be creative, but stick to what you like as this may be what you’re handed for the entire evening.
What is the theme?
A 50th birthday party will have a different feel than a graduation party, or a bridal shower. A stag and doe is a lot wilder than a baby shower. When the event is a celebration of a rare milestone, like a 25th wedding anniversary, cocktails that include prosecco or champagne area great choice. Whiskey based cocktails go great for backyard BBQ themed events, as well as hot summer afternoons are great for Sangria.
What is the season?
Is your event in the fall? Consider taking your favourite cocktails and adding a fall twist to them, i.e. a apple cranberry Moscow Mule. In the spring and summer, think fresh cocktails such as fruity sangrias and zesty margaritas.
Consider your Colours!
Pretty cocktails are all the rage. Colour coordinated cocktails are such a fun option for your party and are super fun for Instagram. Even colourless cocktails can be jazzed up by choosing different garnishes such as lavender, fresh herbs, specialty rimmers, dehydrated fruits to match your décor.
Picking a Memorable Name.
The name of your cocktail can be cute and fun, but also, guests want to know what they’re ordering. Try finding a punny play on your favorite cocktail, such as your new last name. Some of our favourite examples include:
· Bloody Marry Me
· Apple-y Ever After Martini
· Something Old Fashioned
· Mint-to-Be Mojito
· Marry Me Mule
· Say I Do Sangria
Have Non-Alcoholic Options
Everyone loves to participate in fun options at events including your kids, your non-partakers and people who are pregnant! Having a non-alcoholic option also allows people to drink something fun and not get too tipsy. Adding a topper of sparkling water instead of booze to your signature cocktail allows everyone to be drinking something fun and to continue the celebration at your event.
Ask us for options!
We love to craft cocktails and help you design your special day! If you need extra inspiration, please feel free to reach out to help design the perfect cocktail menu for your event.
