No beer or wine?

Beer and wine are the most common types of alcoholic drinks. You should offer at least two of each.

I think beer and wine are a must. I’d rather beer or wine than hard liquor.

Offer beer or wine in addition to hard liquor too. You don't want your guests downing only the hard liquor, plus some people don't like hard liquor.

I would suggest to add in beer and wine, or do away with the hard liquor and serve just beer and wine if money is of a concern. I think guests will happily choose between beer or wine, but may be disappointed if they only have the option of hard liquor.

Beer and wine are sort of the base requirements, then liquor is a nice add-on if you are able to. It will likely save you (her?) some money, since it tends to be less expensive. I'd buy from a Total Wine or something that would let you return the unopened bottles.

Yes, some folks aren't hard liquor drinkers some prefer beer or wine. I would purchase the most common brands.

You definitely need beer and wine. It would be bizarre in my opinion to have hard liquor only (also more expensive). Not to mention, people would get hammered without the option of switching to beer or wine.

Most people I know (especially those a little older), drink only beer and wine and not liquor. I think it would be a mistake to not have at least a few options.

Usually beer and wine are the staples for an open bar, and then liquor is nice to add if possible, whether it's just a signature drink or two or you offer a number of liquor selections and lots of mixers so guests can order the cocktail of their choice. This is because beer and wine can cover the tastes of a lot of people.

Definitely offer beer and wine, you don't have to go crazy. Offer a nice sweet and dry wine and a couple common beers that most people would like.

You can do wine and beer with no liquor, but not liquor with no wine and beer. People will be very disappointed without wine, IMO. I know I would be.

Personally I'd be very disappointed if there was no wine. And I'd be worried about people getting drunk early in the night.

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Almost everyone at the weddings we attend drink either beer or wine at some point in the night so I’d say they’re a must.

I don't think adding beer and wine will overwhelm the bartenders. I think you can safely add a few choices and be fine.

I would server just beer and wine before serving just liquor. Buying beer and wine would be a lot easier on your FH's sister then her having to by the right amount of liquor and mixers.

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I have the one mom and bridesmaid who do not drink beer or wine! I am having a beer and wine only wedding and they have talked with the venue's owner about bring their own handle of rum.

Beer and wine are important I think. You could always get your alcohol from somewhere that will take it back if it is unopened. That was you don't lose money on it. That's what we are doing to provide more options and avoid everyone only drinking hard liquor the entire night. That could be a hot mess.

Since this is a service issue, I think this is one of the few things that I'd say matters more for your guests than for you. Whether or not you don't like beer or wine is irrelevant. You are hosting an event and should provide accordingly. You can only offer one choice of each if you wish, but I think both beer and wine should be considered mandatory if you're doing a reception with alcohol.

I would definitely serve beer and wine. I like some hard liquor but at weddings usually drink a light beer or red wine. I agree with PP that if money is a concern then serve only beer and wine. I wouldn't be worried about that bartenders being overwhelmed with too many options as beer is in a can or bottle and wine is a quick and easy pour.