Deliciously Romantic: Valentine’s Day Drinks Inspo
Sparkling Rose with Cotton Candy via KB Styled
This Valentines Day, we’re serving up the most delicious, dreamy, delectable drink inspiration for your wedding day menu - we’re talking pink, bubbly, tall glasses of happiness!
Looking to bring a bit of luxurious romance to your bar? These options will have you drooling and lusting for more! Not to mention, we’ve got a little bit of something in here for everyone.
Our top tips for preparing your romance-themed bar?
Stock up on fresh berries! Nothing says summer love like raspberries and strawberries. Chat to your venue, caterer or bar staff about your options.
Think pink. The typical colours of love, tones of pink and red throughout your drinks menu will create cohesion and will look totally mouthwatering!
Have fun with garnishes. Valentines is all about sweet - so treats from candy floss to heart shaped lollies will go down perfectly and fill the room with love!
Think about the kids too! Ice cream floats go down a treat and double as dessert.
Add a little romantic decor! Tie it all together with pops of red throughout.
RASPBERRY MOSCATO COCKTAIL
Delectably sweet, and a little bit tart - this cocktail by Tonya Staab is refreshingly summery and hella romantic! This recipe calls for ginger ale, fresh raspberries and moscato - topped off with adorable heart shaped cubes. Find the recipe here!
via Tonya Staab
WHITE PEACH, ROSE AND RASPBERRY SANGRIA
Okay, first of all - how can you not love sangria? Wine, fresh fruit and brandy - can’t go wrong! This gorgeous drink by Heather Christo is perfect for your summer wedding - and it looks like a still-life painting in a glass. Stock up on Prosecco, brandy, rose water and petals, raspberries and peaches, and get ready to prepare the ultimate summer bevvie - recipe here.
via Heather Christo
RASPBERRY PINK CHAMPAGNE FLOATS
When the main ingredient in a cocktail is sorbet - you just know it’s going to be delicious. This recipe by The Cookie Rookie is sure to please - classy, romantic and summery!
CHERRY-CHOCOLATE BOURBON SODA
Is bourbon your, or your significant other’s, drink of choice? This is a rich, decadent and, quite frankly, sexy cocktail to dish up on the big day! Find the recipe here.
SHIRLEY TEMPLE
This non-alcoholic drink is sure to please kids and adults alike! Soda water, grenadine, lemon and lime, and maraschino cherries makes for a sweet, refreshing beverage.
via Chowhound
BERRY VODKA SPRITZER
Can’t go wrong - a shot of vodka, a bunch of fresh berries, lime and some basic cocktail essentials, and you have this super fruity, summery glass of happiness! Get clicking here to find the recipe. This drink also tastes wonderfully refreshing as a non-alcoholic version without the vodka.
Brought to you by the wonderful Deanna Walker.