One of the most popular wedding trends is for the couple to serve a signature cocktail at the reception. For many couples, this can be just as big a deal as the cake. It allows them to have fun and tell their story. When selecting a special mixed drink for your nuptials, you have lots of things to consider:

• A favorite drink that you both enjoy.
• A drink you enjoyed on your first date.
• Something that matches the theme or colors of your ceremony.

Some couples choose to serve two cocktails as a “his and hers” tradition. Each drink represents one of the newly-married, and guests can choose between them or try them both! Here are some ideas for concoctions that could be great fits for your wedding.

Something sweet
For a sweeter drink, try marshmallows! You read that right. Brenda’s Wedding Blog has a great selection of cocktails made with marshmallows, like blackberry cream soda and ginger peaches and cream.

Sangria’s a wonderful choice for a wedding cocktail.

Something colorful
Sangria is a versatile, colorful concoction made from red, white or rosé wine. Not only is sangria a delicious and refreshing drink, but it also comes in a variety of bright colors depending on the type of wine and other ingredients you use. Food & Wine Magazine has a variety of sangria recipes.

Something bubbly
Champagne is a mainstay of wedding toasts, so why not make a cocktail out of it? Bon Appetit has the recipe for a classic Champagne Cocktail. All you need is Champagne, a sugar cube and Angostura bitters for a beautiful bubbly mixed drink that’s more complex than just Champagne, while still pretty simple.

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