Best Signature Cocktails for Bach Parties

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Are you planning a wedding? If so, you are most likely trying to make every detail perfect. Why should the personalised details start and end at your wedding? If you are planning a bach party, a signature cocktail will add a fun and personal touch to the evening, and can make a great activity to make together with your wedding party. Below, we have curated a list of some of our favorite bach party signature cocktail recipes

Basil and Lemonade Spritzer

• Basil and Lemonade Spritzer

• 1 cup lemonade

• 2 tablespoons basil leaves, plus more for garnish (optional)

• 1 cup champagne

When you hear "lemonade," you probably think of a refreshing drink. And when you hear "basil," you probably think of a refreshing garnish. So it makes sense that these two ingredients would be combined in this sweet and savory cocktail recipe. The best part? It's super simple to make! All you need is some fresh lemon juice, some ice cubes, fresh basil leaves and champagne (or sparkling water for a non alcoholic option). Muddle the basil leaves, then mix with the lemonade and strain. Pour the basil lemonade mix over ice, filling half the cup, then fill the remainder of the cup with champagne. Feel free to garnish with basil!

Honey Whiskey Lemonade

• 2 ounces honey simple syrup

• 2 ounces whiskey

• 1/2 cup lemonade

Another lemonade recipe that we love! If you prefer whiskey over champagne, this is the drink for you. Add your honey simple syrup into a cocktail mixer with your whiskey, mix, then strain into a highball glass over ice. Fill the remainder of the glass with lemonade, and you have a perfect signature drink for the whiskey lovers at your bachelor or bachelorette party!

Peach Bellini

• 1/2 cup frozen peach puree

• 2 cups champagne or sparkling wine

A classic cocktail, the Peach Bellini is a great option for any wedding festivity, such as a bridal shower, bachelor party, or engagement party. It's also very easy to make, so even when you're hosting and don't have a bartender on hand to mix up some drinks, you can still serve it up with ease. Mix the peach puree (find this at most grocery stores near the produce section) with the champagne or sparkling wine (make sure it's a dry kind like Brut as opposed to sweet) in a pitcher, and serve in chilled champagne glasses. Garnish with an orange slice or with basil for an extra touch!

Mimosa Bar

• Champagne or sparkling wine

• Variety of juices

• Variety of fresh fruit

This recipe is simple, but it is a crowd pleaser for brunch bach parties. Set out your chilled champagne, a variety of juices, and a variety of fresh fruit such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries. Your guests can mix and match with different juice flavors and fruit combinations to make a variety of delicious mimosas!

Elderflower Cocktail

• 2 ounces elderflower liqueur (we used St-Germain Liqueur)

• 1/2 ounce simple syrup

• Juice of one lemon wedge

• 4 ounces sparkling wine or champagne

This drink is a classic and elegant take on the Americano. It's mellow but with a kick, and it makes a great cocktail for any season. Pour all ingredients into a glass over ice; stir gently. Garnish with an orange twist if desired! Serve on its own or as an apéritif before dinner.

White Sangria

• 1 bottle of white wine, chilled (I recommend a white zinfandel)

• 2 cups orange juice, chilled or at room temperature (you can substitute pineapple juice if you prefer)

• 1 cup simple syrup

Sangria’s are such a fun cocktail because there are many different combinations, so feel free to make this your own! Combine all of the ingredients into a pitcher add in some fresh fruit slices, and chill until ready to serve. This makes for a perfect refreshing cocktail when poolside, and is also great to serve with brunch at your bach party!