🍸 Cocktail Bar or Reception: What Atmosphere for Your Wedding Reception? 🍷
- Elodie Girard
- Apr 9
- 3 min read
The reception is one of the first impressions your guests will have of your wedding.
It's a perfect opportunity to thank them for their presence and immerse them in the atmosphere of your day.
But which formula should you choose? A classic and refined reception, or a festive and original cocktail bar?
Let's decipher these two options together to help you make the perfect choice according to your style and the atmosphere you want to create!
The Wine of Honor: Elegance and Tradition
The reception is a deeply rooted tradition at French weddings. It marks the transition between the ceremony and dinner, offering guests a convivial moment over drinks and refined snacks.
Why choose a wine of honor?
Ideal for a chic and classic atmosphere.
Perfect for large weddings where not all guests are staying for dinner.
Allows you to offer a wide choice of drinks: white, red, rosé wines, champagnes, sparkling wines, etc.
Accompanied by a varied buffet of appetizers: canapés, verrines, petits fours, fine charcuterie, cheeses...
Tip for a successful reception:
Choose quality wines that match your region or wedding theme.
Add a champagne or crémant station with a festive touch.
Prepare a soft drinks and non-alcoholic cocktails corner to satisfy all guests.
For a more convivial atmosphere, opt for themed bars (oyster bar, cheese bar, tapas bar, etc.)
The Cocktail Bar: Originality and Conviviality
The cocktail bar is a modern and trendy alternative that brings a dynamic and festive atmosphere from the start of the reception.
Why choose a cocktail bar?
Perfect for a relaxed and interactive atmosphere.
Ideal for a modern, bohemian or tropical wedding.
Possibility of creating signature cocktails linked to your love story.
Offers an original moment of entertainment with a mixologist or professional bartender.
Tip for a successful cocktail bar:
Plan 3 to 5 different cocktails to satisfy all tastes.
Use fresh seasonal ingredients for delicious cocktails.
Opt for mocktails (non-alcoholic cocktails) for children and guests who don't drink alcohol.
Take care of the presentation with elegant glasses, fresh fruit, aromatic herbs and sculpted ice cubes.
Some trendy cocktail ideas:
Mojito revisited (strawberry, basil, passion fruit...)
Red Fruit Spritz
Citrus and rosemary gin and tonic
Bellini (prosecco and peach purée)
Moscow Mule with cucumber and ginger.
Which Option to Choose for Your Wedding?
The choice between a reception and a cocktail bar depends on the style of your wedding and the experience you want to offer your guests.
Choose the wine of honor if:
You want an elegant and traditional reception.
You have a lot of guests who won't be staying for dinner.
You want to focus on tasting fine wines and food and wine pairings.
Choose the cocktail bar if:
You want a modern, friendly, and original atmosphere.
You enjoy interactive and personalized experiences.
You want to offer drinks that are out of the ordinary.
And what about a mix of the two?
To combine tradition and modernity, you can offer a reception with a cocktail corner or a spritz and prosecco bar in addition to the champagne.
Conclusion: Let Your Style Speak!
Whether you opt for a refined reception or a festive cocktail bar, the important thing is to create an atmosphere that reflects your personality and will delight your guests.
And you, are you more of an elegant wine reception or a daring cocktail bar person?
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