Introduction

Every great wedding party shares four common elements: a fantastic venue, wonderful people, delicious food, and a delightful flow of drinks. Getting a little tipsy adds an extra layer of spice and fun to the wedding day, as party experts often suggest.

However, from carefully selecting drinks to planning the entire drink party, there’s a lot to consider. Organizing the drinks for your wedding day is crucial to avoid confusion, troubles, and guest dissatisfaction. Plan everything carefully in advance to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. Here are some tips to help you organize the ultimate drinks reception at your wedding villas with less stress and no mistakes.

Tip No#1 – The Drink Suppliers

At Panorama & Oceania wedding venues, you have the freedom to either purchase drinks directly through a caterer or buy your own booze to keep costs down. It’s crucial to choose a good local supplier in Paphos, either a local supermarket or a cava shop, offering free delivery to the villas and accepting returns of unopened bottles with a refund.

Avoid ordering drinks from multiple suppliers to prevent confusion and mix-ups. If you decide to buy your own booze, calculate how much alcohol you need for your celebration day at the wedding villa.

Tip No#2 – Selection and Quantity of Drinks

The advantage of hiring private villas is knowing the specific number of guests attending your event. Drink receptions at Panorama & Oceania wedding villas often serve 50% beer, 30% wine or champagne, and 20% soft drinks for non-drinkers.

Consider the time of day for your event, as it impacts the amount of alcohol needed. Create a checklist of drinks and quantities based on your guest list, taking into account factors like age and gender.

• Wedding receptions starting at 15:00 require less alcohol during those hours. Set up a table with a drink dispenser or provide bottled water.
• For a 2-hour time frame, plan for 2-3 drinks per person and 1 drink each additional hour.
• Break down your guest list by age and gender, adjusting the supply of beer, champagne, and soft drinks accordingly.
• Don’t forget children or elderly guests—provide soft drinks or non-alcoholic options.

Tip No#3 – Keep Your Drinks “Safe” During Your Accommodation at the Villas

Tip No#4 – Don’t Let Them Get Drunk Early

Tip No#5 – Consider Draft Beer for the Beer Lovers

Tip No#6 – Variety of Drinks

Tip No#7 – Drinking in Plastic or Glass?

Tip No#8 – Corkage with Service Fee or Self-Service?

Tip No#10 No Drink and Drive

Conclusion

Your guests will appreciate and remember an organized drink reception, so make it a part of the experience of your wedding day. Don’t worry too much, don’t spend a fortune, and enjoy every moment of it.

Mini Tips:

• Make your own custom map of where you want things to go at your wedding villa, including entrance points, access to water and refreshments, guidance to tables and guest toilets.
• Have your checklist ready even if the catering team is responsible for your drinks.
• Recommended drinks: One selection of white, one selection of red wine, and one sparkling wine or champagne. One heavy beer and one choice of cider beer, soft drinks, mineral water, and orange juice.
• Ice is essential as this is how your drinks will be chilled. The villas provide decent freezers for your ice.
• Don’t forget bottle openers and bin bags for the disposal of waste. Both villas provide enough big garbage bins.