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Kansas City is known for its warm hospitality and genuine love for celebrations. While champagne will always be a classic, we can’t think of a better way to toast to newlyweds than with a signature cocktail that is equal parts delicious, seasonal, and reflective of the couple’s unique style!
UNION’s Beverage team has created hundreds of signature wedding drinks over the years, from classic concoctions with a local twist, to innovative blends that tell a love story of their own. A signature cocktail is a great way to personalize your day, and share details of your love story with your guests.
Did you two lock eyes over a gin and tonic? Or maybe the drink you ordered on your first date was a blueberry aperol spritz. Strawberry margarita? Mojito? Whatever it was – making this cocktail as the signature drink for your wedding is an absolute must.
Here are five unique signature wedding cocktails approved by UNION’s Beverage team that cover every season, flavor palette, and type of spirit. Get creative and personalize the name, and your guests will love every sip!
Boulevard Shandy: Vodka + Lemonade + Boulevard Wheat Beer
Kansas City may be in the Midwest, but the Summer heat can make you feel like you’re in the South! The Boulevard Shandy tastes like Summer in a glass, and is perfect for your Summer wedding. Garnish with fresh lemons, and your cocktail hour will be a hit!
Having a destination wedding? Your guests will love being able to try a local Kansas City beer in this refreshing wedding drink!
Horsefeather: Rye Whiskey + Ginger Beer + Bitters + Lemon
Now that’s a horse of a different color! The Horsefeather is a whiskey spin on a moscow mule, and is the de facto cocktail of Kansas City. This one is said to have originated in KC, so it only seems right to include it in our best wedding cocktails list. The refreshing citrus from the lemon helps to cut the spice from the ginger beer and Rye whiskey.
KC Ice Water: Vodka + Gin + Triple Sec + Lime Juice + Lemon-Lime Soda
Refreshing, refreshing, refreshing! This combination in a rocks glass with ice is made especially for Summer nuptials. This light and refreshing wedding drink is sure to please every guest’s palette, and is a great choice for a classic wedding.
KC Red Old Fashioned: Bourbon + Raspberry Simple Syrup + Bitters + Orange + Raspberry
A simple and colorful twist on a classic cocktail, the KC Red Old Fashioned has fruity additions with the raspberry and raspberry simple syrup. This tasty signature drink is sure to be a hit at your Winter wedding, or really any time of year!
KC Coffee: Bourbon + Cardamaro + Tia Maria + Simple Syrup + Cold Brew Espresso + Orange Bitters + Orange Peel
Espresso Martinis have become all the rage in the past few years, and we have to admit, we’ve jumped on the bandwagon. — with a twist, of course.
The KC Coffee is the perfect addition to your wedding bar, to give your wedding guests a boost of energy to continue celebrating all night long! This signature cocktail has a smooth texture, and is easily drinkable. Garnish with an orange peel to add a slight citrus touch.
Cheers to your Kansas City Wedding
Need more ideas for your wedding drink menu? UNION’s Beverage experts are here to help you come up with creative wedding drinks that match you and your partner’s style, and taste preferences. Whether you’re looking for a simple cocktail made with bubbly, or a seasonal option like a blackberry whiskey lemonade, we’ll be able to create the perfect cocktails to serve on your big day. Contact our dedicated team to learn more about signature drink ideas, and UNION’s Beverage services.
