21 delicious drink ideas for your wedding cocktail hour
Wondering what to serve your wedding guests at cocktail hour? Here's a list of 21 delicious cocktail drink ideas to inspire you. We know it can be tricky to choose something that is unique and pretty yet appeals to everyone so we say just go for what you love! Start with your favorite liqor and flavourings and start experimenting at home or chat to a mixologist to devise a custom cocktail. And don't forget to include a tasty virgin option for the non-drinkers and designated drivers.
French 77 Pink Champagne (above): Gin, lemon juice, sugar and pink sparkling wine.
Photography: Lucy Davenport | Styling: Kerry Poulter | Mixologist: Indulgence Boutique Hospitality
Sage-Fig (above left): Sage-infused simple syrup, Black Mission figs, white rum, Grand Marnier, lemon juice, and club soda.
Mountain Water (above right): Botanist gin, Dolin blanc, local mountain honey and rosemary simple syrup.
Photographer: Marshall Arts Photography | Planning and design: Lacy Geary
Love potion (above): Prosecco, blackberry syrup and thyme.
Planning and design: RSVP Event Designs | Photography: Lauren Fair | Mixology: Bar Magnolia | Florals: Vintage Florals
Coconut martini (above): Vodka, lime juice and cream of coconut (not coconut cream)
Planner: H & L Lovely Creations | Mixologist: Mia's Martini | Photographer: Lovely Light Imagery
Blackberry Gin Fizz (above): Blackberry gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup and club soda.
Planning and design: The Tuscan Wedding | Photography: Anna Gianfrate
Blackberry Bourbon Smash (above left): Bourbon whiskey, club soda, basil, lime, honey, and blackberries.
Lola’s Lavender Lemonade (above right): Culinary lavender, vodka, lemonade and lemon.
Photographer: Marshall Arts Photography | Planning and design: Taylor Kelly Events | Florals: Weddings by Vogue
Pink Strawberry Sangria (above): Strawberry vodka, pink Moscato, lemon-lime soda and fresh strawberries
Photography: Lucy Davenport | Styling: Kerry Poulter | Mixologist: Indulgence Boutique Hospitality
The Brenna Blossom (above): Hendrick’s gin, aloe vera juice, blue simple syrup and cucumber.
Photographer: Marshall Arts Photography | Planning and design: Mann & Wife Wedding Planning
Raspberry champagne float (above): raspberry sorbet, champagne and fresh raspberries
Planning and design: RSVP Event Designs | Photography: Lauren Fair | Mixology: Bar Magnolia
Classic Daiquiri (above right): Rum, sugar syrup and fresh squeezed lime
Simply Vodka (above left): Raspberry lemonade; Tito's vodka and raspberry puree
Photography: Kir Tuben | Planning: Pamela Barefoot Events
Moscow Mule (above): Vodka, spicy ginger beer and fresh lime juice.
Photography: Abby Grace Photography | Planning: Pamela Barefoot Events
Carajillo (Mexican spiced coffee, above): Espresso and Licor 43.
Mixologist: Dalton and Company | Photographer: Two Fourteen Photography | Planner: H & L Lovely Creations
Lavender Lemonade (right): Homemade lemonade, honey, lemon juice and lavender.
Cucumber Spritz (front): Cucumber, gun, simple syrup and dry Prosecco or other sparkling white wine.
Island Paloma (back): White rum, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup and club soda.
Planning and design: Loli Events | Photography: Anna Gianfrate | Mixology: Bloom and Tonic
Popsicle Prosecco (above): Prosecco topped with a handmade strawberry popsicle
Photography: Amelia Johnson Photography | Planning: Pamela Barefoot Events
Elderflower Sparkler (above): Elderflower liqueur, gin, fresh lime juice and ginger beer.
Photography: Lucy Davenport | Styling: Kerry Poulter | Mixologist: Indulgence Boutique Hospitality
Greyhound (above): Gin or vodka, grapefruit juice and simple syrup.
Photographer: Damaris Mia | Planner: H & L Lovely Creations | Mixologist: Mia's Martini
