Alternatives to Alcohol
You
will find that one of the most expensive costs of
the wedding reception is the alcohol - especially if
you want to provide an open bar with premium
liquors. Many reception sites will charge you $4.50+
per drink or a flat rate (around $22+) per head. You
and I may think this is outrageous but there isn't
much you can do about it!
Cash Bar?
Some brides have thought to provide cash bars
instead of open bars. Do not do this!!! This
is so tacky! It's one thing if you have your
reception at a country club or hotel that has a bar
where guests can buy drinks if they choose - but
forcing them to buy drinks for the reception is
horrible! Just don't have any if you can't afford
it!
Cut Costs On Alcohol
Skip The Alcohol
The obvious way to cut this cost is to refrain from
providing alcohol. And, if you do not provide
alcohol you won't have to worry about any liability
issues.
Limit The Alcohol
A great option is only to provide beer, wine and
champagne. These options are much cheaper than
having liquor.
Choose Call Brands Instead of Premium
If you must have liquor, choose call brands instead
of premium brands. This won't amount to huge
savings, but every penny counts!
Bring Your Own
A great way to save on liquor is by choosing a site
that doesn't provide in-house catering or bar
service. If you have to choose an outside caterer,
the caterer might let you buy the liquor wholesale.
If you have selected a reception site that will let
you bring your own alcohol, you could have a "Stock
The Bar Party" to stock up on liquor. Although
everyone won't bring bottles of liquor unless you
specify this on the invitation, you can use the
liquor that you do get for the reception.
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$17.95/Pack of 24
