Elevate your southern wedding in Georgetown,SC with some luxury crafted cocktails
Here’s to the Bride & Groom!
All of us at The Venue at Springfield Estates, located in the Lowcountry of SC in Georgetown, have a few suggestions for some of the best wedding cocktails that will make your cocktail hour and reception unforgettable! From signature drinks that tell your love story to classic cocktails that never go out of style you will definitely impress your guests!
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Whether you’re hosting a black-tie affair, a rustic barn wedding, or a beachfront soirée for your wedding, the right cocktails can enhance the guest experience and add a personal touch to your special day. Have you already chosen your wedding venue and in full force in your wedding planning process? Are you wondering if offering a full bar or selecting a couple of signature cocktails is the way to go? Is there a better way to toast to a beautiful union than with a perfectly crafted cocktail? Below are a few cocktail recipes that brides and grooms have been choosing for their wedding cocktail party and/or wedding reception at The Venue at Springfield Estates in 2025.
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The Classic Champagne Cocktail
Elegant, timeless, and celebratory, The Classic Champagne cocktail is perfect for weddings!
A champagne cocktail is a sophisticated and easy-to-serve option for wedding receptions. A simple yet refined mix of champagne, a sugar cube, a few dashes of Angostura bitters, and a lemon twist, this drink is a go-to choice for couples who love classic elegance.
Place a sugar cube in a champagne flute.
Add a few dashes of Angostura bitters.
Top with champagne and garnish with a lemon twist.
The Wedding Bellini
Light, fruity, and perfect for weddings, brunch and receptions.
A Bellini is a refreshing and elegant cocktail that pairs beautifully with a brunch wedding or daytime celebration. Only 2 ingredients needed!
2 oz peach purée
4 oz Prosecco
Pour the peach purée into a champagne flute and top with Prosecco.
His & Her Wedding Reception Signature Cocktails
The His & Hers Signature Cocktails
Personalized and unique to the couple.
Many couples choose to serve signature cocktails that reflect their personalities or love story. “His” might be a bold Old Fashioned, while “Hers” could be a light and floral French 75. Or, mix it up with creative names like “The First Kiss” or “Happily Ever After.”
The French 75
Sophisticated, bubbly, and a crowd favorite The French 75 is perfect for weddings!
The French 75 is an elegant cocktail with a slight kick, perfect for toasting the newlyweds.
1 oz gin
½ oz lemon juice
½ oz simple syrup
Champagne
Lemon twist (for garnish)
Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice, strain into a flute, and top with champagne.
The Espresso Martini
Gives guests a delicious energy boost for dancing the night away at your reception!
A mix of vodka, coffee liqueur, and fresh espresso, the Espresso Martini is ideal for keeping guests energized during the reception. Plus, its velvety texture and rich flavor make it an excellent alternative to dessert cocktails.
1 oz vodka
1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlúa)
1 oz freshly brewed espresso
½ oz simple syrup
Coffee beans for garnish
Shake ingredients with ice and strain into a martini glass.
Signature Cocktail
The Blackberry Bourbon Smash
Rustic, seasonal, and visually stunning.
For a fall or outdoor wedding, the Blackberry Bourbon Smash is a delightful choice. The combination of bourbon, fresh blackberries, mint, and lemon creates a balanced cocktail that’s both strong and refreshing.
Muddle fresh blackberries, mint, and lemon in a glass.
Add 2 oz bourbon and ½ oz simple syrup.
Fill with ice, stir, and top with club soda.
The Paloma
Refreshing, light, and great for warm-weather celebrations.
For a summer wedding, the Paloma is a crisp and citrusy cocktail that’s easy to sip on throughout the night.
2 oz tequila
½ oz lime juice
Grapefruit soda
Salt rim (optional)
Serve in a highball glass over ice and garnish with a grapefruit wedge.
Cheers!
The Mojito
Light, refreshing, and perfect for tropical settings and southern weddings!
A mojito is a great wedding cocktail because it’s cool, minty, and slightly sweet—ideal for beachside or summer weddings.
2 oz white rum
½ oz simple syrup
Mint leaves
½ lime, cut into wedges
Club soda
Muddle the mint and lime with sugar, add rum, fill with ice, and top with club soda.
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The Pimm’s Cup
Light, fruity, and great for garden weddings.
For a daytime or outdoor wedding, the Pimm’s Cup is a bright and herbaceous cocktail featuring Pimm’s No. 1, lemonade, and fresh fruit.
How to Make It:
2 oz Pimm’s No. 1
4 oz lemonade
Fresh strawberries, cucumber, and mint for garnish
Let’s Celebrate!
The Spiked Arnold Palmer
The Spiked Arnold Palmer is Southern charm in a glass.
A Spiked Arnold Palmer combines the best of sweet tea and lemonade with a kick of bourbon or vodka, making it ideal for Southern-inspired weddings.
1 ½ oz bourbon or vodka
3 oz sweet tea
3 oz lemonade
Serve over ice in a mason jar and garnish with a lemon wedge.
Crafting the Perfect Wedding Cocktail Menu
No matter what drinks you choose, the most important part is raising a glass to love, laughter, and a lifetime of happiness!
Whether it’s a classic champagne toast, a seasonal bourbon smash, or a fun tropical mojito, the right cocktails will add personality and charm to your celebration.
When choosing your wedding cocktails, consider your theme, season, and personal taste. Offering a variety of signature drinks ensures that there’s something for everyone.
These are some of the best signature drinks for your luxury wedding in Georgetown, SC at After your Southern wedding in Georgetown, SC at After your Southern wedding in Georgetown, SC at The Venue at Springfield Estates!
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