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BANQUETS, RECEPTIONS, SHOWERS & PARTIES
24 | SPRING 2018
CHICAGO WEDDING & PARTY RESOURCE
CHICAGOWEDDINGRESOURCE.COMRenee Lee, CTW Features
Cheers! To coffee, that is. While you may see open bars and
mixed drinks as a more traditional staple of a wedding,
recently more couples are opting to add a unique pick-me-
up to receptions with the addition of gourmet
coffee service.
Here’s what you need to
know about the hot new
trend.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Baristas can serve a variety of espresso-based
drinks, available in both regular and decaffeinat-
ed – offering everything from lattes with seasonal
flavor shots to cappuccinos and iced drinks. Tea
lovers can even indulge in chai lattes. Baristas have seen an uptick in
coffee bars at weddings in the last five years.
For those who are looking for something different, but not necessar-
ily caffeinated, you can also offer smoothies, Italian sodas and hot
chocolate bars.
For most coffee catering companies, you’ll get professional baristas, a
selection of coffee varieties, flavor toppings and custom-made drinks
for your guests. Some go further with themed drinks, seasonal drinks,
or extra details like a wedding monogram on top of drinks.
WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE
Thinking outside the box of traditional bar service adds a unique
touch to your wedding day. Hiring a dedicated coffee caterer allows
them to focus on a specialized beverage menu for guests, whereas
venues and traditional caterers often need to focus on quickly serving
guests an end-of-the-meal coffee.
What a great way to
indulge guests!
© CTW Features
A Caffeinated Wedding
Day
Impress your guests
by swapping the
bartender
for a barista
at the reception