A wedding cocktail hour is an excellent way to reenergize your guests following the ceremony as well as to connect with distant family members and friends. The best thing about it is that you don't need to spend a lot of money. Instead of spending money on a carving table and expensive delicacies you can choose something simple and elegant.
Cocktail hour before the ceremony
If your wedding is small, skip the traditional cocktail hour. It is not only kosher to have guests move from the ceremony directly to the reception, but it also feels abrupt. You might consider hosting a cocktail hour both before and after the ceremony to allow guests to settle down.
Your guests will enjoy a cocktail hour, which is a chance to meet and mingle with each other. The hour should take between 45-60 minutes. It is important that guests don't get bored and drink too much. Make sure it is well organized so that your guests don’t lose track of the time and miss the ceremony.
Mixers for non-alcoholic beverages
It's a great way add some creativity to your wedding cocktail hour. It gives guests the choice of having something else than alcohol and allows everyone to have more fun. But remember that cocktail hour is not the time to consume high-alcoholic drinks. Instead, enjoy long drinks and not just short shots. Guests can even personalize the drink with unique table names.
No matter whether your reception is formal or informal, non-alcoholic mixers can be served to guests. You can also use the drinks to add a touch of flair to your wedding cocktail hour. A classy touch can be added by using beautiful glassware.
Setting up cocktail tables
It is important to provide several tables for your guests at a cocktail hour. It's a great opportunity to chat with your guests and share hors-d'oeuvres. Be sure to mix high- and low-height tables, and offer extra seating for your older guests.
For those who plan to host drinks during cocktail hour, it is a good idea to have chairs for the elderly. By placing potted plants on shelves, you can make a living room. A faux leafy backdrop or macrame can also be used to suspend air plants. These can be useful for photo ops and drinks displays. You can also attach champagne flute holders to the wall, which your guests can use for serving themselves. An additional option is to project a slide, or video, that tells your love story.
A cocktail hour organized
If you are trying to save money on your wedding, you might want to skip the cocktails hour. But, this could lead to some problems. It will be more difficult for guests to locate their seats after the cocktail hour, which could lead to the wedding taking much longer than expected. It can be difficult for guests to stay entertained for too much. There are many ways to make your cocktail party memorable and fun for everyone.
First, ensure your guests are comfortable. If you're holding an outdoor event, it is uncomfortable to stand for over an hour while sipping. You can set up games in your garden or courtyard so that guests can play while they wait for the reception.
FAQ
What does it mean to say, "I'm having too much fun?"
This means the person has had too many drinks.
What are the best drinks to order in a bar for beginners
Ordering a beer is the best way to get started with drinking. Ask the bartender for their recommendations if you aren't sure what beer to choose.
Dry white wines are best if you like wine. Reds are your preference, so try a light-bodied Pinot Noir (or Merlot) You can also make cocktails with a martini, margarita or margarita.
You can always ask the bartender for help if you don’t know what order to make.
What kind of Ice do bartenders use to make drinks?
Bartenders use several different types of ice depending on the type of drink being mixed. For most drinks, crushed ice can be used.
How do you keep your drinks cold?
Place them in the freezer for 20 min. These will instantly chill the drinks without causing any dilution.
Statistics
- majority of pineapple juice and Malibu rum is only 21% alcohol content. (breakingtheboredom.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
- If you choose one that's made with 100 percent agave (like Milagro or Sauza), you'll save a ton of money and still get a great-tasting drink. (mashed.com)
- its content makes it 10.5%, which is far less than wine. (breakingtheboredom.com)
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How To
How to make the perfect Margarita at Home
The most widely used cocktail is made using tequila (made from agave), Cointreau, a sweet orange liqueur, and fresh lime. To enhance the flavor of the cocktail, you can add salt and sugar to it, as well as bitters, cinnamon sticks, and chocolate syrup.
Here's how to make your own!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup ice cubes
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3 oz Tequila Blanco
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1/4 cup Cointreau
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Juice 1 Lime
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Salt
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Sugar
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Cinnamon sticks
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Chocolate syrup
Method
Add the ingredients to a shaker with ice. For 10 seconds shake vigorously, and then pour the mixture into a glass. If desired, garnish with a slice or lime.
This recipe can be used as a template to make other types of alcohols such as:
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Whiskey Sour
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Daiquiri
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Manhattan
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White Russian
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Brandy Alexanders
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Gin & Tonics
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Sidecars
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Collins
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Scotch & Soda
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Margaritas