Food and beverages are a very important part of any celebration, and that seems almost double for weddings! A classic and continuing trend is to have a signature drink at your wedding. A signature beverage can come from many inspirations: preferences, themes, time periods, locations, desired atmosphere, accent color, etc. One important thing to consider if choosing a signature drink is to make sure you and your fiance both enjoy the beverage or if your tastes are very different, there is nothing wrong with doing multiple signatures. Also, you don't have to select an alcoholic beverage, it can be anything from candy-store milkshakes to fresh-squeezed lemonade to lavender-infused vodka martinis (lavender is currently in abundance here in the NW, if you haven't yet made plans you can go to farms all around the Portland area to buy lavender by the bushels!).
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When one of my brothers got married several years ago, they went with a themed signature drink - Hurricanes! My brother proposed in New Orleans, which was always and still is a special place for him and my now sister-in-law. They decided to add touches of Mardi Gras and New Orleans to their reception, and in continuation of their theme they served the typical Bourbon Street beverage of hurricanes.
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In March 2010 a dear friend of mine got married in San Antonio, a beautifully romantic city with lots of color and really good Tex-Mex! They offered a traditional Mexican beverage that is loved by all - the margarita - as their signature beverage.
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Yet another wedding last year, this time in the fall, had a vintage affair with top hats, lace, and jazz; the bride and groom didn't leave the vintage aspect out of their signature beverage either - a Blue Moon Cocktail!
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Even Rachael, co-owner for V&L, offered a signature beverage during the cocktail hour at her wedding this summer - the Mojito - her personal favorite cocktail.
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A couple of fun ideas I have recently seen include:
Strawberry Margarita Popsicles (perfect for summer weddings!):
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Godiva Chocolate Martini (a perfect desert beverage!):
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Brides and grooms also have the option to make their own signature beverages. I would recommend using a professional bartender for this service unless you are very familiar with mixology.
Have a great week! Heather
www.vintageandlace.com
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