Alcohol Alternatives to Serve at Your Wedding Reception
These days, wedding receptions are less about following tradition and more about doing what’s right for you and your partner. As such, a lot of couples are forgoing the traditional alcoholic beverages often found at wedding celebrations. Instead, they’re opting for mocktails and other alcohol-free drinks.
Some couples choose an alcohol-free reception to keep everyone on their best behavior or because they live an alcohol-free life. Others like that skipping the alcohol keeps costs down. Whatever the reason, if you're planning a dry wedding or just trying to add in a few non-alcoholic options, here are some drink ideas that could work for you.
Imitation Alcohol
It might surprise you to learn that there are many drink brands that specialize in mimicking standard alcohol without the actual alcohol. For example, Pentire makes a gin-like beverage while WIlfred’s offers up a Campari-style drink. These are just two of many popular imitations. So, if you want to serve drinks that are alcohol-like without the inebriating effects, do your research on these and other faux alcohols to find your favorites.
Virgin Mimosas
Nothing beats the sweet, tangy taste of a mimosa. Luckily, you can capture that same flavor without adding alcohol. All you have to do is mix complementary juices together, and you can get as creative as you like. Grape juice and orange juice make for an awesome combination, as do pineapple juice and orange juice, but the choice is yours. As an added bonus, these refreshing drinks pair perfectly with an outdoor wedding. So, if you’re thinking of getting married on the beaches of Maui, put this option at the top of your list.
Soda Bars
For brides who want a “bar feel” without alcohol, soda bars can be a lot of fun. You can give guests a chance to pick their favorite sodas and add in fun flavors, like a hint of cherry or a squeeze of lime. You can rent a soda fountain specifically for this purpose or even hire a mixologist to create some customized sodas.
As you can see, there’s no need to offer alcohol at your wedding reception if you don’t want to. There are plenty of other great drinks you can serve. So, make the choice that’s right for you and then dance the night away!
