{"id":4076,"date":"2025-07-10T16:02:21","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T14:02:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/?p=4076"},"modified":"2026-05-13T14:33:23","modified_gmt":"2026-05-13T12:33:23","slug":"boissons-mariage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/2025\/07\/10\/boissons-mariage\/","title":{"rendered":"Wedding drinks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Wedding drinks: choosing the right drinks for your wedding, the art of creating a festive and harmonious experience<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>When planning a wedding, we often think about the dress, the decorations, or the menu. However, another element plays an equally central role in the guests' experience: the drinks.<\/p>\n<p>From the welcome drinks to the dance party, including the meal and dessert, beverages accompany each key moment of the day. They are not mere additions, but true drivers of atmosphere, conviviality and pleasure.<\/p>\n<p>A well-chosen cocktail, a perfectly paired wine, or a glass of sparkling champagne can leave a lasting impression and contribute to the emotion of the moment. Drinks thus act as a unifying thread throughout the reception, bringing coherence and refinement to the entire day.<\/p>\n<p>The goal? To create a harmonious tasting experience, where each glass matches the food, the atmosphere and the moment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"a38e87\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a38e87;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3989 size-large not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-1024x683.avif\" alt=\"Boissons mariage\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-1024x683.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-768x512.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-1536x1024.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-2048x1365.avif 2048w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/A4_5915-2-1144x763.avif 1144w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>I. The Wine Reception: The Art of Starting Well<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>I. The Wine Reception: The Art of Starting Well<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The cocktail hour, a transition between the ceremony and the dinner, generally lasts 1.5 to 2 hours. It allows guests to greet each other, to toast the newlyweds, and to create a relaxed atmosphere conducive to conversation and the first entertainment.<\/p>\n<p><b>What drinks should we offer?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sparkling wines: Champagne, cr\u00e9mant, prosecco or cava, kir royal, sparkling fruit cocktails<\/li>\n<li>Light cocktails: Spritz, revisited mojito, gin and tonic, cucumber cocktail, the couple's signature cocktail<\/li>\n<li>Alcohol-free options: original mocktails, homemade infused waters, fresh juices or smoothies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"747057\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #747057;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3990 size-large not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-1024x683.avif\" alt=\"Boissons mariage\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-1024x683.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-300x200.avif 300w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-768x512.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-1536x1024.avif 1536w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-2048x1365.avif 2048w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/04052024-IMG_1052-1-1144x763.avif 1144w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>The pairing with the appetizers<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Light and tasty bites: mini skewers, canap\u00e9s, goug\u00e8res\u2026<br \/>\nEnsure harmony with drinks (avoid overly spicy dishes).<\/p>\n<p><b>II. The Meal: A Pairing of Food and Wine<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Choose wines according to the menu<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Starter: dry white wine (Sauvignon, Chablis\u2026) or chilled ros\u00e9<\/li>\n<li>Main course: white meats\/fish in sauce (Chardonnay, Viognier), red meats\/stews (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Saint-Joseph\u2026)<\/li>\n<li>Cheeses: light red (Pinot Noir) or white for bloomy rind cheeses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Hire a professional<\/b><\/p>\n<p>A sommelier or wine merchant will advise you according to your tastes, calculate the quantities and suggest local or original vintages.<\/p>\n<p><b>Service and logistics advice<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Proper serving temperature, suitable glasses, smooth pouring, decanting if necessary.<\/p>\n<p><b>III. The Sweet Moment: Drinks for Dessert and the Wedding Cake<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Sweet, semi-sweet or sparkling wines<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Semi-dry Champagne, ros\u00e9 cr\u00e9mant, muscat, Monbazillac, Sauternes, late harvest gewurztraminer, Maury or Banyuls.<\/p>\n<p>The wine should be as sweet as, or sweeter than, the dessert.<\/p>\n<p><b>Wine alternatives<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Liqueurs (limoncello, amaretto), mini fruit cocktails.<\/p>\n<p><b>Little extras<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Coffee\/tea bar with toppings, digestif trolley, signature sweet shooters.<\/p>\n<p><b>IV. The After-Party: Cocktails and Festive Atmosphere<\/b><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"706d68\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #706d68;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4096 size-large not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-683x1024.avif\" alt=\"Boissons mariage\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-683x1024.avif 683w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-200x300.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-768x1152.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-1024x1536.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-1365x2048.avif 1365w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-1144x1716.avif 1144w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-934-scaled.avif 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>A chic and interactive cocktail bar<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Mojito, gin and tonic, margarita, Moscow Mule, personalized signature cocktails, local recipes according to the region.<\/p>\n<p><b>Don't forget the mocktails!<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Virgin mojito, red berries &amp; basil, lemon-cucumber-ginger.<\/p>\n<p>Present them carefully.<\/p>\n<p><b>Create an atmosphere around the bar<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Flair bartender, mixology workshop, photobooth, snacks nearby.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>V. Practical Aspects and Tips for Wedding Planners<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>Quantities to allow per adult<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Reception drinks: 1 bottle of sparkling wine for 3 to 4 people<\/li>\n<li>Meal: 1 bottle of white wine for 4 people, 1 bottle of red wine for 3 people, 1.5 L of water per person<\/li>\n<li>Dessert &amp; champagne: 1 bottle for 6<\/li>\n<li>Evening: 2 to 3 cocktails per person on average<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Think of all the guests<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Offer attractive non-alcoholic drinks, adapt to an alcohol-free wedding or to the couple's beliefs, offer local or organic drinks.<\/p>\n<p><b>Logistics<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Refrigeration, sufficient service staff, glasses, ice buckets, bar equipment.<\/p>\n<p><b>Responsible consumption<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Unlimited soft drinks, alternating water\/alcohol, shuttles or accommodation, no unsupervised open bar.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"6a645a\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #6a645a;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4098 size-large not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-683x1024.avif\" alt=\"Boissons mariage\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-683x1024.avif 683w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-200x300.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-768x1152.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-1024x1536.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-1365x2048.avif 1365w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-1144x1716.avif 1144w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/MaudampMaxime-460-scaled.avif 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b>Conclusion: Drinks That Tell Your Story<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Drinks are not just an accompaniment: they are an integral part of your wedding experience.<\/p>\n<p>From the first toast to the last glass, they tell the story of your world, your attention to detail, your love of sharing.<\/p>\n<p>At Smart Mariage, we support you in creating a coherent, festive and refined culinary journey, reflecting your image.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to make your wedding sparkle? Contact us now for a tailor-made service, and let's create together an experience to be savored... and enjoyed for a long time.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-dominant-color=\"5e5357\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #5e5357;\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3994 size-large not-transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Mariage-Stephanie-Romain-498-683x1024.avif\" alt=\"Boissons mariage\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Mariage-Stephanie-Romain-498-683x1024.avif 683w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Mariage-Stephanie-Romain-498-200x300.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Mariage-Stephanie-Romain-498-768x1152.avif 768w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Mariage-Stephanie-Romain-498-1024x1536.avif 1024w, https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Mariage-Stephanie-Romain-498.avif 1067w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Boissons mariage : bien choisir les boissons de son mariage, l&rsquo;art de cr\u00e9er une exp\u00e9rience festive et harmonieuse Lorsqu\u2019on pense \u00e0 l\u2019organisation d\u2019un mariage, on imagine souvent la robe, la [&hellip;]<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":3992,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[44],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4076","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-smart-tips","cat-44-id","has_thumb"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4076","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4076"}],"version-history":[{"count":19,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4076\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4597,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4076\/revisions\/4597"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3992"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4076"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4076"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.smartmariage.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4076"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}