A wedding is usually
: there is an overabundance of free food, overflowing alcohol and much gaiety to celebrate the bride and groom. With the right kind of crowd, the overflowing liquor with a bartender serving up the drinks can be lots of fun and uncomplicated—that is until the Best Man becomes a wedding crasher after only five shots of tequila, and the fairytale wedding that was painstakingly planned for almost a year is on the verge of being spoiled because of the free-flowing alcohol. Free alcohol in a wedding may be the customary thing, but if the guest list includes some problem drinkers in the family or if either of the couple grew up in a family where booze had a harrowing effect, then an alcohol-free, or a dry wedding would be a better choice.
for some people, having this kind of nuptials is more ideal-- issues that may be inadvertently brought up by an uncle who’s had far too much booze can be avoided; the couple can cut back on a lot of expenses by leaving out alcohol and going for more inexpensive, alcohol-free drinks; and of course if they have chosen a healthy lifestyle and have shelved the idea of alcohol in the first place. A couple actually have no obligation to provide booze at their wedding just because some of the guests expect them to. Toasts are still possible, by the way—a good alternative for wine can be apple cider or maybe non-alcoholic champagne, which are just as festive and sparkling.
One way to avoid argument about
is to have it early in the day. Alcohol can be replaced by a coffee bar serving up espresso, cappuccino and mochas. A juice or smoothie bar is also an excellent choice—have an ample supply of seasonal fruits that can be pureed, blended or smoothed—it’s not only healthy but can be less expensive as well. An ice cream or gelato bar can also be an instant hit with the guests: it can quell everybody’s cravings for something sweet and can be very refreshing, too! And of course, don’t forget fondue: whether chocolate, cheese, or whatever, it’s all up to you and your creativity.
Having fun is always possible, even without booze. Well, your beer-guzzling college friends and some relatives may think otherwise, so don’t forget to mention the idea well ahead of the wedding day and the reception. Although a couple can stay firm in having a dry wedding, sometimes the issue may not be purely black and white. It is still possible to meet halfway with those who disagree with their decision—there may be a cash bar, as long as everyone agrees with the “corking” fees to cover for the supplies, or they can have a bartender serving up low-alcohol drinks while limiting the number of drinks served per guest.
At the end of the day, the most important thing that the bride and groom must remember is this: this wedding is your event—your special day and not your guest’s. It’s absolutely okay to opt for a dry wedding, and those who want to get drunk to oblivion can always head to
—after the reception.
The content on this website has been created for general education and information, and is intended as a general guide only. It is not intended to replace professional counselling nor is it intended to inform on all issues that might arise in human relationships. No person or organisation should act on the basis of the information on this website without taking appropriate advice.
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