Wedding drinks in 2023 have come a long way since sherry was the arrival sip de jour. Now, there are many and varied options to suit your signature style. Some are simple. Some are more complex. And some are even at different temperatures!
Hitched’s Rima Barakeh explains, “All you need to do is nail down the drinks that best fit who you are as a couple and the time of year you’re serving them”.
So, let’s take a look at some of the most coveted wedding drinks in 2023. Not forgetting the gorgeous glassware to guarantee a perfect match, for summer serves and winter warmers alike.
‘It List’ Seasonal Wedding Drinks in 2023
Bucks Fizz
Ingredients
Champagne or sparkling wine
Orange juice
Glassware
Champagne flutes come in many different shapes and sizes. You might prefer a classic round-bottomed style from the Bouquet or Perception ranges. Or perhaps an edgier triangular Royal style fits your matrimonial aesthetic? The choice is yours.
Aperol Spritz
Ingredients
Aperol
Prosecco
Soda
Glassware
A stemmed Speakeasy gin Coppa glass makes for a beautiful union with this mouth-watering summer wedding staple. And don’t forget an eye-catching dried or fresh orange slice on the rim of every glass. De-lish!
Espresso Martini
Ingredients
Vodka
Espresso coffee
Coffee liqueur (such as Kahlua)
Sugar syrup
Glassware
Treat your guests to a caffeine boost of the sweetest kind, served shaken not stirred, in elegant Martini glasses, topped with a sprinkling of aromatic coffee beans.
Mulled Wine
Ingredients
Red wine
Cinnamon
Star anise
Cloves
Orange and lemon zest
Caster sugar
Glassware
Wedding in a winter wonderland? Mulled wine is Christmas in a glass. It can be served in a variety of different cups, mugs or glasses to match the theme and vibe of your wedding. But glasses with handles, such as latte glasses, are ideal for warming hands without burning fingers.
English Country Garden
Ingredients
Gin
Elderflower cordial
Lemon juice
Apple juice
Mint leaves
Glassware
This contemporary botanical cocktail is ideal for toasting your love in a country or rustic setting. It combines glorious elements of nature’s harvest, served simply but effectively in an easy-to-handle Rocks glass, topped with thirst-quenching cucumber strips.
So, there you have it! But this is just a snapshot of what’s hot right now in the world of wedding drinks in 2023. Ultimately, it’s your day for doing things completely your way. So, you might decide to choose your wedding drinks based on:
- Personal preference
- Colour scheme
- Ambience of venue or site
- Bespoke wedding theme
At Co-ordination Event Hire, we’re the go-to provider of event glassware for wedding venues, marquee companies and wedding planners in London and the south east. What’s more, our outstanding service portfolio doesn’t stop at wedding drinks in 2023. In addition, we have everything you need, including mobile bars, plus all the requisite accessories and equipment, to ensure the drinks flow in style.
So, don’t delay. Get in touch now, for all the glittering glassware you need to celebrate life, love, and marriage. To the bride and groom!
