A New Standard for Reception Table Rounds: How to Host a Guest-Participation Event with 'Fruit Wine Making'
2016.05.11 published
The New Standard for Wedding Reception Table Rounds is 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ♡
When it comes to table rounds at wedding receptions, candle services have been the standard◎ but did you know that 'fruit liqueur making' is gaining immense popularity as a new standard? ♡
Eye-catching and Guest Participation is All the Rage ♩
Fruit liqueur is visually stunning, and the look of the bride and groom pouring the alcohol into the bottles creates perfect photo opportunities ♩ Additionally, as a guest participation activity, it allows everyone to enjoy themselves, which is why 'fruit liqueur making' is currently a favorite among brides and grooms for table rounds! ♡
This time, we'll share the appeal and the process of the new standard table round 'fruit liqueur making' in depth ♡
Appeal of 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ① ~ Everyone Can Enjoy It ♡ ~
'Fruit liqueur making' is an event where guests select fruits and place them into the bottle ♩ By incorporating a guest participation segment as a main event in the middle of the reception, you can keep the energy up and progress through the wedding festivities without any lull ♡
Appeal of 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ② ~ Creating a Keepsake ♡ ~
A wedding is a special event that lasts only one day** Of course, photos taken and decorations used on the day will remain, but having more keepsakes makes it even better ♩ With fruit liqueur, you can store it for a long time, allowing both of you to enjoy it while reminiscing about the wedding ♡
Appeal of 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ③ ~ You Can Invite Guests to Share It ♡ ~
One wonderful promise you can make is, "When the fruit liqueur is ready, let's invite our guests to our new home and enjoy the liquor together!" ♡ Sharing stories from the wedding while savoring fruit liqueur at your new home… it will be an incredibly happy moment ♡
Appeal of 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ④ ~ You Can Have Messages Written ♡ ~
Not only can guests add fruits, but they can also draw messages on the bottle with a permanent marker ♡ The fruit liqueur with everyone's messages written on it will look lovely displayed as interior decor ♩
Appeal of 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ⑤ ~ It Allows for Teamwork ♡ ~
After guests add the fruits, the bride and groom will work together to pour the alcohol into one bottle ♡ It's a great option for couples who may skip the cake cutting due to time or budget constraints, as it allows for a joint activity ♡ Some couples even use it as a substitute for the water blending ceremony ♡
After introducing the appeals of 'Fruit Liqueur Making', next we will show you how 'fruit liqueur making' is actually done, here’s the How-to for 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ♡
How to Make 'Fruit Liqueur' ♡ ① Ingredients ♡
You only need three things: 'your favorite fruits', 'a bottle for the liqueur', and 'alcohol' ♩ Optionally, feel free to include 'rock sugar' or 'rosemary' to add flavor ♡
There are no strict rules for which fruits to use, so choose the duo's favorite fruits ♡ You can stick to one type of fruit or use a variety to create a colorful and vibrant fruit liqueur** Incorporating seasonal fruits is also a great way to add seasonal flair ◎
Typically, flavorless and odorless alcohol known as 'white liquor' is used for fruit liqueur making; however, you can also use high-proof spirits like brandy or vodka with no issues ◎ If opting for a lower-proof alcohol, 'Smirnoff' is a recommended choice since it is neutral in flavor and can be easily found in convenience stores ♡
How to Make 'Fruit Liqueur' ♡ ② Preparation ♡
Put the fruits for adding on the table in a dish ♡ If it’s not too much, the bride can also carry a basket of fruit around table to serve guests ◎
The alcohol will be poured by the bride and groom at the end, so please prepare it at their table ♡ The groom will carry the bottle ♩
How to Make 'Fruit Liqueur' ♡ ③ Going Around the Tables ♡
The timing to start the 'fruit liqueur making' table round is during the re-entry after the outfit change ♩ Once they enter, the bride and groom will carry the bottle around to each table ♡ When the bride and groom arrive at a table, the guests should add the prepared fruits into the bottle ♡
If there’s enough time, it would be nice to have guests write messages on the bottle at this time ♡
How to Make 'Fruit Liqueur' ♡ ④ Pouring the Alcohol ♡
Once they finish going around the tables and the bottle is full, the collaborative effort of the bride and groom begins ♡ Let’s work together to pour the alcohol into the bottle ♡
With that, 'fruit liqueur making' will be a great success, and delicious fruit liqueur will be ready ♡
Make Your Wedding Reception Fun and Festive with 'Fruit Liqueur Making' ♡
'Fruit liqueur making' is a highly popular table round that allows for guest participation and helps create lasting memories ♡ This is definitely an act that will become the new standard, so be sure to incorporate it into your wedding reception soon ♩