When it comes to drinks for your wedding, his and hers combinations are a big hit. Instead of having a full bar, offering two selections – his favorite and her choice – is a fabulous way to have beverages in a creative way. I didn’t know a lot about sake (honestly I had never tried it!), so I partnered with SakeOne to come up with creative his/hers wedding cocktail recipes. I hope you enjoy and test out these grown-up favorites!

Sake Wedding Cocktail Recipes

When it came to creating a few new beverages, grown-up renditions of childhood favorites was the theme of choice. Take a peek at these delicious, crafted drinks to add a bit of style to any wedding reception.

His

Iced Spiced Cider

I remember loving cider as a kid. With its sugary sweetness and spices, it was a holiday treat reminiscent of apple juice, yet with the flavors of the season. This same feeling gets an adult twist in a refreshingly iced version.

Ingredients (per 8 ounce glass)

• 4 ounces apple cider
• 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/8 teaspoon allspice
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1-2 thin apple slices
• 2-3 mandarin orange sections
• 2 ounces G Fifty sake
• Anise stars
• Orange peel (for garnish)
• Ice cubes

Method

• Combine apple cider, brown sugar, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg. Heat in microwave for 1 1/2 minutes.
• Add cinnamon stick, apple slices, and orange sections and let steep for 15 minutes.
• Add ice to glass, and pour in G Fifty sake.
• Add anise stars, and pour apple cider mixture over top of ice and sake mixture.
• Garnish with a curled orange peel.
• Serve and enjoy!

That may seem involved, but if it is made in large batches, it’s fairly easy. And a crock pot is perfect for mulling the cider for a few hours if you are making it in a large quantity for a special event, such a New Year’s Eve or a wedding (of course!). It’s not only lovely, but it is one of the most perfectly refreshing wedding cocktail recipes. Yum!

Hers

Grown Up Cherry Vanilla Soda

What kid doesn’t like a cherry vanilla soda? Yum! This grown-up twist is perfect for those looking for wedding cocktail recipes to liven up their reception. What a fun choice!

Ingredients (per 8 ounce drink)

• 4 ounces cherry juice
• 2 ounces G Fifty sake
• 2 ounces club soda
• 1/8 tsp vanilla
• Maraschino cherries (for garnish)

Method

• Pour cherry juice and vanilla into a glass.
• Add G Fifty sake and club soda. Give a light stir
• Garnish with maraschino cherries, serve, and enjoy!

Aren’t those delectable? I adore the idea of signature cocktails for both him and her at the wedding reception. And sake is such a unique way to incorporate something different into your big day. Enjoy!

Looking for more beverage inspiration? Just click here to peek at our twist on a mimosa!  

Photos are by Kaytlin Lane Photography for a styled shoot by Garden Rose Events and Design. I’ll be showcasing this full styled shoot on the blog in January.