Give your guests a unique experience by providing an array of versatile ingredients for endless mixable opportunities, as well as specific recipes for those looking for more structure and creative inspiration.
To elevate your Prosecco Bar, consider a cohesive color scheme throughout, including florals,
linens, tableware, and other decors you may have around your house. Inspired by the perfect
shade of blue on the La Marca Prosecco label, I added touches of blue throughout and filled my
buffet with hydrangeas instead of a traditional floral centerpiece.
To truly show off your hostess skills, consider some small bespoke details — it can make all the
difference. For instance, in place of boring old tent cards, consider calligraphy, done here by my
friend Shannon Kirsten, to display your cocktail menu in a frame and label the carafes of mixers.
Embroidered cocktail napkins, like these from Charleston Cotton, are a beautiful takeaway for
the guests.
My Prosecco Bar included three cocktails: Blushing Bellini, English Garden, and the Pink Lady.
These recipes are perfect for bridal showers, wedding receptions, or even a classy Labor Day
party that will be memorable for all your guests.
No Prosecco Bar would be complete without an homage to the classic Italian Bellini. This
Blushing Bellini makes an excellent drink for a wedding instead of a traditional Mimosa because
it works for all occasions, whether it’s served at brunch or a cocktail reception before dinner.
Blushing Bellini Recipe:
· Pour 4-1/2 fluid ounces of chilled La Marca Prosecco into a chilled Champagne flute
· Top with 1-1/2 fluid ounces of peach puree
· Add in a slice or two of fresh peaches (use a mandolin to get just the perfect cut slice)
· Stir and enjoy!
The English Garden is incredibly refreshing for warm summer months. Light, with a floral hint,
it’s the perfect specialty cocktail for a garden wedding or outdoor event.
English Garden Recipe:
· Pour 3 ounces of La Marca Prosecco into a chilled Champagne flute
· Add two ounces of your favorite gin
· Top with 1 ounce of Elderflower Liqueur
· Squeeze in a little lime
· Add a sprig of mint
· Stir
· (If you want to play up the notes of citrus, consider adding a slice of lime)
The Pink Lady is ideal for a bachelorette, a night with girlfriends, or a wedding!
Pink Lady Recipe:
· Pour one ounce of creme de cassis into a cocktail shaker
· Add in a handful of blueberries
· Add one squeeze of a quarter of a lemon
· Shake, shake, shake, and then pour into a chilled Champagne flute
· Top with three ounces of La Marca Prosecco and add in some blueberries for garnish
· Enjoy!
The best thing about a Prosecco Bar is that it is all set up before your guests show up. Once
they arrive, you can truly enjoy their company while they mix and create their own Prosecco
concoction. It’s also a great ice breaker, as it gives everyone something to chat about straight
away! I hope you’ve enjoyed these tips, and I can’t wait to see you make a Prosecco Bar of your
own.
*Thank you to La Marca for sponsoring this fun post! A Prosecco I love so much, especially for celebrations!