5 Unique Spring Cocktails To Serve At Your Grand Junction Wedding Venue.

What's better than a refreshing spring cocktail on a hot summer day.? At our Colorado Barn wedding venue ,we have witnessed many types of signaure drinks in our ourdoor log Gazebo .We can't want to share our top 5 favorite unique Spring cocktails that will surely set the tone for your Grand Junction Wedding.

Make your Grand Junction Wedding Unique by Serving Spring Wedding Cocktails at your Outdoor Cocktail Hour

Spring Wedding Cocktails will Elevate Your Cocktail Hour

The Perfect Spring wedding includes serving unique spring cocktails that your wedding guest will love. . At Antler Ridge ,we have found that it is always fun to experience something different from what you might normally drink. Spring wedding cocktails add a seasonal touch to a wedding and offers a fund guest experience. The perfect Spring cocktail not only reflects the season but they offer personalizetion and uniquesness to your wedding theme. Serving unique wedding cocktails also enhances the atmosphere and can elevatre the wedding reception that will create a fun and memorable celebration.. They can also be converation starters and encouage interaction among guests who might be meeting for the first time. .

Why Serve Unique Spring Wedding Cocktails at your Grand Junction Wedding

Spring weddings on the western slope which incudes Grand Junction, Delta, Ouray, Montrose and Gunnison make your wedding or event unforgettable. It is a time when flowers bloom, the mountains are still snowcapped and the sun shines. A fun fact is that the sun shines 300 days out of the year in Colorado, and it is known to be the sunniest state. So as you start planning your Colorado Spring wedding, consider offering a unique selection of cocktails that will truly elevate your wedding guest experience. These spring cocktails will not only quench your western colorado wedding guests' thirst but will also create memories they will remember for years. Did you know that Antler Ridge Weddings is known for , "Where Memoies Are Made".?

Antler Ridge Weddings is a Colorado ranch venue conveniently located near the Black Canyon of the Gunnison and just off of Hwy 50. The Western Slope ranch venue , offers that back to nature setting that has a country feel but is close to Montrose. Montrose has great vrbo choices , Bed and Breakfasts and lodging for your guests that want to share a few days together. Check out our wedding blog post, "Need Recomendations for your Wedding guests?' Where to stay and Eat in Montrose." If you need help finding local vendors for a Spring wedding in Colorado on the Western Slope contact us. Antler Ridge Weddings has 10. years of experience and we are always happy to make your day special.

Here are 5 Spring Wedding Cocktails that you can serve at your Grand Junction wedding.

1. Lavender Lemonade Spritzer

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh lemon juice

• ½ cup lavender simple syrup

• 2 cups club soda

• Fresh lavender sprigs for garnish

  
  

This Lavender Lemonade Spritzer is so simple. Begin with freshly squeezed lemon juice mixed with lavender simple syrup, creating a bright and floral base. To add a sparkling touch, top with club soda. Serve it over ice, garnished with fresh lavender sprigs. Note: Lavender is grown is Colorado

This spring cocktail not only looks springy with its pale purple shade but also offers a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors. Making this drink an ideal choice for your spring wedding celebration.

2. Strawberry Basil Mojito

Ingredients:

• 10 fresh mint leaves

• 5 fresh basil leaves

• 1 lime, juiced

• ½ cup strawberries, hulled and sliced

• 1-2 tablespoons simple syrup (to taste)

• 2 oz white rum

• Club soda

  
  

Start by muddling mint and basil with fresh lime juice and strawberries in a glass to release those mouthwatering flavors. Sweeten with simple syrup, then add white rum and ice. Finish with club soda for a refreshing fizz.

The colors of red strawberries and green herbs create the perfect spring signature drink.

3. Cucumber Mint Gimlet

Ingredients:

• 2 oz gin

• 1 oz lime juice

• ½ oz simple syrup

• 3 slices of cucumber

• Fresh mint leaves

  
  

The Cucumber Mint Gimlet is the perfect cocktail for your Spring Wedding. Muddle cucumber slices and mint leaves in a shaker. Follow this with gin, lime juice, and simple syrup and filling the shaker with ice. Shake well, then strain into a chilled glass.

This cocktail, garnished with cucumber ribbons or a mint sprig, offers a clean and crisp taste ideal for any outdoor spring wedding.

4. Peach Bellini

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe peach, pureed

• 4 oz Prosecco

• Fresh peach slices for garnish

  
  

Celebrate your Colorado spring outdoor wedding cocktail hour with the delightful Peach Bellini. Puree a ripe peach until smooth and distribute the puree into champagne flutes. Slowly pour in chilled Prosecco, stirring gently to blend. Note: Using and supporting local peach growers in the area makes this drink even more special

The addition of fresh peach slices as a garnish not only elevates the drink’s appearance but also enhances its fruity aroma.

5. Blueberry Thyme Fizz

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup blueberries

• 1 oz fresh lemon juice

• ½ oz thyme simple syrup

• 2 oz gin or vodka

• Club soda

  
  

Muddle blueberries in a glass to release their juices, then mix in fresh lemon juice and thyme simple syrup. Add gin or vodka and ice, topping it all with club soda .

This colorful spring cocktail is garnished with fresh blueberries and a thyme sprig for added charm.

Antler Ridge, a Colorado Ranch Wedding Venue, Recommends Having a Date Night Toasting to New Beginnings!

When it comes to planning your Spring wedding at Antler Ridge, centrally located near Grand Junction, cocktails play a significant role in creating a joyful atmosphere. The five cocktails featured—Lavender Lemonade Spritzer, Strawberry Basil Mojito, Cucumber Mint Gimlet, Peach Bellini, and Blueberry Thyme Fizz—are sure to impress your guests and enhance the overall Spring celebration. Why not schedule a tour with us at Antler Ridge and then plan a date night making one of the recommended Spring Cocktails to end your special day and talk about how Antler Ridge can meet all your Spring Wedding dreams and start making those dreams become reality?

As you toast to love and new adventures, these spring wedding cocktails will add a special touch to your spring wedding. We guarantee that they will WOW your guests no matter which one you choose . Hope you liked our blog. We would love for you to drop in the comments which spring wedding cocktail you want to try or have tried.

Cheers! Happy Planning! Let us know how we can help.

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