Bar & beverages
Can't decide between an open bar, cash bar, or no host bar? Maybe you're considerig a dry wedding? Find expert-approved guides to bar services for weddings, signature drink ideas, and everything else libations and drinks.
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18 Popular Wedding Cocktails
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We’ve narrowed down a list of some of the best wedding cocktails to consider for your big day (as well as some fun, flavor options to make them your own).
Cash Bar at Wedding Explained + 6 Tips to Save Money
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One way to save money on your big day is to have a cash bar wedding. Our guide includes cash bar etiquette and invitation wording samples.
How Much Do You Tip Your Wedding Bartender?
Advice
Planning a wedding day has a lot of moving parts to keep track of. One major thing is how much to tip specific vendors, especially when it comes to the wedding bartender.
How Much Does an Open Bar at a Wedding Cost? Price Breakdown and Budget Guide
Advice
The average open bar cost is $5,541 nationally, representing about 11% of a total wedding budget. See how guest count, packages, and more impact pricing.
What Drinks Are Served at Cocktail Hour?
Advice
Discover how to perfectly tailor your cocktail service to the desires of your guests with these classic cocktail hour beverage options.
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Venues & vendorsHow to Make a Mimosa Bar
A DIY mimosa bar by Zola is exactly what you need to take your brunch to the next level and create a fun experience for the entire party. Here's how to do it plus four drink recipes to try!
Venues & vendors50 Signature Wedding Drinks: Ideas Guests Will Love
A signature wedding drink or cocktail can be a great way for couples to add a personal touch to their reception. Get inspired by these wedding signature drinks.
Venues & vendorsThe Best Wine to Serve at Your Wedding
There are so many types of wine—white, red, rose, Champagne—how do you choose the best wine to serve at your wedding? Check out the Zola guide here.
Venues & vendorsHow Much Do You Tip Your Wedding Bartender?
Planning a wedding day has a lot of moving parts to keep track of. One major thing is how much to tip specific vendors, especially when it comes to the wedding bartender.
Venues & vendorsWhat Drinks Are Served at Cocktail Hour?
Discover how to perfectly tailor your cocktail service to the desires of your guests with these classic cocktail hour beverage options.
Venues & vendorsBest Sparkling Wines to Substitute Champagne
Sparkling wines might be synonymous with Champagne, but they are in no way limited to the French beverage. Check out some sparkling wine substitutes here.
Venues & vendorsThe Ultimate Wedding Alcohol List
Inject some life into your wedding reception with this list of must have spirits and other social lubricants.
Venues & vendors31 Creative Wedding Bar Ideas Your Guests Will Love [+Printable Drink Recipes]
The wedding bar is one of the most frequented spots at any reception, so why not make it an area to remember?
Venues & vendors18 Popular Wedding Cocktails
We’ve narrowed down a list of some of the best wedding cocktails to consider for your big day (as well as some fun, flavor options to make them your own).
Venues & vendorsCash Bar at Wedding Explained + 6 Tips to Save Money
One way to save money on your big day is to have a cash bar wedding. Our guide includes cash bar etiquette and invitation wording samples.
Venues & vendorsOpen Bar Weddings: A Guide
Open bar weddings are something that couples need to factor into their wedding budget. It can be affordable with our ultimate guide to having an open bar.
