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date posted: March 02, 2024

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Hey, let us freshen up that drink for you. Your wedding day libations should be satisfying and memorable, with or without alcohol. Here are some beverage trends and suggestions we love that will have guests glowing:

Aerial drinks by Jessica Black On Stage.

Signature cocktails are fun. Find a crowd-pleasing recipe, or mix up a batch for the punch bowl; you can take it a step further and print your wedding logo on cups or glasses, or go all the way out by having a batch custom-canned or bottled.

Your wedding day libations should be satisfying and memorable, with or without alcohol.

Have a coffee bar. Espresso martinis and other coffee-infused drinks add a touch of energy for the dance floor, and it broadens your nonalcoholic offerings nicely as well.

Speaking of those non-alcoholic offerings, go beyond water and soda into mocktails (how about a mocktail version of that signature drink?), infused choices (CBD? Lavender?), kombucha, or boba tea. Designated drivers and pregnant folk need love too!

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Open bar: If your dream party includes unlimited access, go for it. Consider a mobile bar, and ask if they can pair it with a “flair” bartender who will delight guests with mixological feats. That said, beer, wine, and your signature punch—along with something sparkly for a toast—are all the alcohol you really need to offer, especially at an afternoon reception.

Think seasonal: Hot toddies and cinnamon toasties for a winter reception, cherry blossoms or margaritas for spring, cool gin drinks and fruit-infused options in summer, cider and spices for the fall.

Plan it out: The standard calculator for matching your beverage purchase to your head count is one drink per person per hour. A bottle of wine is typically five drinks, a fifth of booze contains 16 shots, and a half-keg holds 124 pints of beer.

Consider hiring a “flair” bartender who will delight guests with mixological feats.

Photo by After it All Photography. Planning by Main Course Events.

BINNEWATER

Kingston, 845-331-0237, binnewater.com

It is very important to keep guests hydrated for any event, large or small. Binnewater can provide New York’s finest spring water and Mountain Valley Spring Water, in addition to ice for keeping those drinks nice and cool.

JESSICA BLACK ONSTAGE

Hudson Valley, 646-369-9504, @jessiecatblack, jbonstage.live

Are you excited to hire a champagne aerial bartender? Jessica is a multi-talented specialty entertainer. She brings elegance and passion both on the ground and in the air. Her dance and aerial performances make meaningful memories that will add a touch of magic to your special day.

MIRON WINE & SPIRITS

Kingston, 845-336-5155, mironwineandspirits.com

Miron Wine & Spirits is the Hudson Valley’s premier source for your wedding beverage needs, from event planning advice to special orders and deliveries. We carry an extensive selection of fine wine and spirits at low, everyday prices. View our inventory online at mironwineandspirits.com and ask us how we can accommodate your special day. Rely on Miron Wine & Spirits for an affair to remember!

UNFILTERED WINE & SPIRITS

Woodstock, 845-684-5886, unfilteredwineny.com

Make your special day even more memorable with a curated collection of organic wines and champagnes. Our sommelier will help you select the perfect champagne and wines for your wedding and pair them with every course on your menu. We can accommodate parties of all sizes and offer better pricing than venues. Free consultations.

VIK’S WINE & LIQUOR CABINET

Kerhonkson, 845-626-1382, Vikswineliquorcabinet@gmail.com

Vik’s Wine & Liquor Cabinet, located near Minnewaska State Park, provides exceptional service when it comes to planning your wedding event. With an extensive portfolio of wines and spirits, we can help put together a specialized order that is perfect for you. Stop by the store or reach out via email at vikswineliquorcabinet@gmail.com to discuss how we can make your wedding day special!

WOODSTOCK WINE AND LIQUOR

Woodstock, 845-679-2669, woodstockwineandliquor.com

Our family-owned boutique wine and spirits shop located in the heart of Woodstock has everything you need for your wedding events. We carry a broad selection of local, craft, and international libations. We offer delivery service, custom wine pairings, bar packages, and in-home wine tastings. Visit our online store or give us a call and ask for David to discuss how we can help make your special weekend perfect!