Just like your bouquet sets the tone for your ceremony, your signature cocktail sets the tone for the party to follow!

Will you keep it classic and simple with a moscow mule? Or vibrant and fun with a tequila mixer? Whatever vibe you want to set for your reception, one of these 4 cocktails is sure to be the perfect fit as your signature wedding drink.

Lavender Gin and Tonic

Light, refreshing with a hint of good luck. Serve this signature cocktail as a symbol of your love and devotion. The beautiful purple color will be sure to catch the attention of all your guests.

What You’ll Need:

• Gin
• Dried Organic Lavender
• Tonic Water
• Lime Juice
• Dried Butterfly Pea Tea

How to Prepare:

There are two ways to craft a Lavender Gin and Tonic for your wedding day. You can infuse your gin with dried lavender. Or you can buy Empress Gin which already has a purple color to it.

To infuse your gin, use 2 tablespoons of lavender to 1 ½ cups of gin. Let it sit anywhere from 5 to 24 hours. The longer it sits, the stronger the taste and smell. Once finished, pour the gin through a mesh strainer and throw the dried lavender away.

For a bold purple hue like in the photo above, you can add the additional step of infusing lime juice with Butterfly Pea Tea. Combine 2 tablespoons of dried butterfly pea flowers with 4 ounces of lime juice. Let it infuse for about an hour, and it will turn a deep purple color when mixed with the rest of your cocktail ingredients!

Garnish your cocktails with a lime and a sprig of dried lavender.

Recipe and Photo via Sugar & Charm

Paloma Italiana

Easy to mix, easy to drink, and perfect for the bride who loves her tequila! This orange-citrusy cocktail will pair beautifully with a peach-based wedding palette.

What You’ll Need:

• 3 oz of tequila

• 1.5 oz of Campari
• ½ oz of pink grapefruit juice
• 1 oz of fresh lime juice
• 1 oz of fresh lemon juice
• ¾ oz of simple syrup
• 6 oz of chilled Italian orange soda
• Pinch of salt

How to Prepare:

Pour the first six ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake for 20 seconds. Strain over a glass with ice, and then pour orange soda over it. Add a pinch of salt and garnish with a grapefruit twist.

Recipe and Photo via Sugar & Charm

Limoncello Prosecco with Blueberries & Thyme

A light, sparkling summer cocktail garnished with blueberries for a wedding ‘derived from nature’.

What You’ll Need:

• 1 package of blueberries
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 sprig of thyme
• Ice
• 1 cup of Limoncello Liqueur
• 1 (750 ml) bottle of Prosecco

How to Prepare:

Pour the prosecco and limoncello into a pitcher and stir. Place a handful of blueberries in a glass, top with ice and fill with the limoncello prosecco. Garnish with thyme and lemon slices.

Recipe & Photo via DownshiftOlogy

Strawberry Moscow Mule

A summer twist on a classic cocktail, this deliciously pink drink will win every one of your guests over.

What You’ll Need:

• 1 half lime (juiced)
• 5 strawberries
• 2 ounces vodka
• 4-6 ounces ginger beer
• Fresh thyme sprigs (optional)

How to Prepare:

Muddle your  strawberries and lime juice together, add a shot of vodka, and top your cocktail off with ginger beer. 

Recipe & Photo via Platings and Pairings

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