Katharina Buczek
The same goes for your beau– who might enjoy a whiskey sour, Moscow mule, or an old-fashioned.
Whatever floats your boat is perfectly okay and can save you a lot of expenses in the end.
Don’t Miss Out On Mocktails
Non-alcoholic drinks will always cost less. At the same token, it’s important to keep in mind that not every guest will want to indulge in alcohol anyway.
So, offering mocktails can be a great way to both lower your tab and accommodate all of your loved ones.
You can stick with standard beverages– like juices and canned sodas. But you can also get creative without breaking the bank by creating fun mocktails like Shirley gingers or baby bellinis.
Schedule Liquor Service
If you really want a complete open bar, you can limit the amount of time alcohol is actively served.
There are a few different ways to achieve this. First, you could only serve signature cocktails and offer an open bar during cocktail hour.
Then, for the rest of your reception, you can opt to offer only beer or wine to save on liquor costs.
On the flip side, you could have an open bar for the first half of your reception before closing up shop after dinner. Then, offer coffee and other hot beverages with dessert.
