Beer and wine vs full bar!

We're only having beer and wine. Open bar isn't one of those things that's done around here a lot, and certainly not on my side of the family. Plus, I'm just getting married at a lodge in a county park no hard liquor is allowed and we bring in all our own food/drinks/etc.

FH's family are beer and wine drinkers anyway, so it'll work out. And we'll be choosing wines from the local winery, and beer from the local brewery, as well as the normal choices for beer.

We went back and forth on this topic. I was torn because people attending my wedding are drinkers and I felt that since they were traveling so far to attend, it would be nice to at least have open bar. Price wise it was also a factor. As for the drunkards we decided to cut the bar off 1 and a half hours before the reception is over. Plus I am going to rely on fam to handle the drunkies!

Full bar would be too much for my funds. I'm doing signature drinks, beer and wine. I too would like people to not overdo it. I'll probably do sangria, another wine mix, two types of kegs and a few different bottles of wine. One of FH doesn't do wine or mixed drinks and they're really close so I'll probably get some hard liquor for those individuals like that.

We are doing beer, wine, mimosas & bloody mary's.. we are having a late morning wedding with an afternoon brunch.

If I was having an evening wedding, I think I would go the same route with the guests we have.

We are doing beer and wine and POP! Its cheaper for us buying it all at costco we have about 150 people and have spent 600.00

I think beer and wine is fine. As a guest I would be completely satisfied with that and have myself a nice glass of wine.

We are doing full bar but thats because we get to supply our own alcohol and we just pay for the service of a bartender. They charge us a fee just for beer & wine and an additional fee for the works so we decided it was worth it to supply everything. We are having a full/open bar (5hours including cocktail hour) for about 100ppl for $2200.00 (give or take depending on what types of alcohol we end up buying) I think its a great price and in our budget. Plus, our guests are drinkers and we know they'll really appreciate it (well besides my mom!).

Were doing a full bar since we bring our own alcohol anyway!

Why would it be rude to offer limited selection of alcohol? It's not like you have to offer all possible flavors of cake.

Serve what you can afford. It's not like people attend weddings for the whiskey. If someone just wants whiskey, it's way cheaper to decline the invitation and hit up the bar down the street. Or bring a flask.

I actually just bartended a wedding this past weekend where the bride and groom did beer wine and a Sangria. I would say 85% of the guests complained about not having choices for mixed drinks. HOWEVER that being said it's your wedding and what you decide is up to you. The most common requests I have found is rum and coke, vodka and juices, and Jack and coke, Hope that helps

We had a full open bar. mainly because I don't drink beer or wine and knew some other people would want mixed drinks. but its really up to you and what best fits your budget

We had a full open bar. mainly because I don't drink beer or wine and knew some other people would want mixed drinks. but its really up to you and what best fits your budget

Oh, if people come to a wedding, and think that only beer and wine is rude, well, rude back at ya, @Melissa M.

You should at least be happy that someone is serving something other than lemonade. Although, if that is what the host is serving, drink it (or not) and shut your trap.

Jaletia, if your budget allows, my vote is for the full bar. There is a significant cost difference unless you have a venue that allow you to bring it in. Depending on the location, a full bar can be $25+ per person vs $18+ for beer and wine. Then, you have to pay a 22% service charge, tax, and 3% liquor fee...of course this all depends on the location. There are several "bring it in" facilities out there, but they tend to be a little more rustic.

What kind of wine is a good cheap wine? Our Budget is tight. Also, who is everyone doing their toast. We are having beer and wine, water, pop. Does everyone get a wine glass, and do you make sure everyone has wine when you toast.

It really depends on the restrictions of the venue. Always ask your venue what their policy on alcohol is currently.

We actually just created a post that discusses everyone questions about serving beer at a wedding. Take a look and tell us what you think

http://www.bridebox.com/blog/beer-at-weddings/