There’s something quite magical about a winter wedding – the festive cheer, the fairy lights, the darker nights and if we’re lucky, maybe a sprinkling of snow! There are lots ways to get creative with your winter wedding and one way many of our couples have added in a festive touch is through their drinks reception.
The West Mill is a no corkage wedding venue which simply means you can bring in your own daytime drinks free of charge and we’ll serve them for you on your wedding day. So whether it’s classic mulled wine or a festive sparkling cocktail you fancy, we’ve got a few ideas to inspire you and your guests.
Winter Wedding Drinks Ideas
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Winter Pimms
Think Pimms, Think Summer? Well not any more. Pimms have now created ‘Pimms Winter’ a new and delicious blend of cinnamon, caramel and zesty orange.
The perfect winter warmer for your guests.
Ingredients:
Heat-proof glass or mug
50ml Pimm’s Winter
150ml clear apple juice
Apple and orange slices to garnish
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Classic Mulled Wine
Where would the festive season be without a glass of Mulled Wine or two?
This classic recipe will fill the room with a delicious Christmas scent and is perfect for a frosty winter day.
Ingredients:
2 clementines
1 lemon
1 lime
200 g caster sugar
6 whole cloves
1 stick cinnamon
3 fresh bay leaves
1 whole nutmeg , for grating
1 vanilla pod , halved lengthways
2 star anise
2 bottles Chianti or other Italian red wine
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Cranberry Mojito Punch
A mojito with a Christmas twist.
This refreshing and fruity punch is perfect if you fancy something chilled.
Ingredients:
Granulated Sugar
Fresh Mint
Fresh Cranberries
Fresh lime juice
Light rum
Cranberry Juice
Soda water
Crushed Ice
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Hot Apple Cider
On the look out for something warming for the winter months? Try this Hot Apple Cider.
Keep it alcohol free or add a splash of rum to spice it up a little.
Ingredients:
Apple Juice
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
spiced rum (optional)
cinnamon sticks
Apple slices to garnish
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Apple Cinnamon Bellini
Fancy something a little fizzy? This festive twist on a classic Bellini might be for you?
Ingredients:
1 bottle Prosecco or champagne
1 bottle apple cider
Cinnamon sticks for garnish
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We hope this post has inspired you to get creative with your wedding reception drinks. For more ideas feel free to chat our Events Team who will gladly help you create your perfect Winter Wedding Drinks reception here at The West Mill.
The West Mill is a No Corkage Wedding Venue in Derbyshire. If you want to find out more about us, we’d love to hear from you. Simply download our brochure here or contact our events team to book a viewing.
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