Hosting a baby shower comes with a lot of planning and a lot of decision making. From invitations to decorations, there are many little things to think about, and drinks are no different. Every baby shower should have drinks, but what exactly should you serve? Below are some fun baby shower drink ideas that will get your guests talking (and drinking!)
Quick and easy baby shower drinks
Of course, there are the staples of every celebration event: iced tea, lemonade, water, and coffee. If you decide to serve those 4 drinks, then you are good to go. There is absolutely nothing wrong with keeping it simple and easy. Between those 4 drinks, guests have plenty of options and chances are high that everyone will be happy with at least one of the selections. Having a variety of drinks is a must, it ensures that there will be something for everyone.
Things to remember:
- a lot of ice
- a way to keep coffee hot
- cream and sugar for coffee and iced tea
- sliced lemons
You can dress the drinks any way you like by adding embellishments (add sugar and spices, and all good!) Dress up the pitchers and serving table with tulle fabric or fancy straws or cups. It will add a nice touch of color.
Another simple and easy-drinking idea for a shower is wine. Yes, it came. I am well aware that it is a baby shower and some may think that it is inappropriate to serve alcohol at a function that is specifically geared towards celebrating with a woman who is unable to consume alcohol. However, wine has been a celebration staple for many years, and women view the drink simply as that. It is a celebratory drink and it is completely acceptable to serve it in the shower.
While serving wine at a baby shower is acceptable, it may not be financially viable. If you need to keep the pennies tight while organizing the shower, just skip the wine.
Baby shower drink ideas with a twist
Cucumber water – I love this drink because not only does it taste good, it is full of antioxidants and it is good for you. Adding the cucumber to the water gives the water a refreshing taste and it looks really great in the pitcher. Just slice a cucumber and add a few slices to an ice-filled pitcher of water. Ready!
Lemon water– Like cucumber water, lemon water adds a bit of flavor and … you guessed it … it’s good for you. Adding lemon to a pitcher of water improves the appearance of the drink. It brings the average to the elegant. Adding anything to the water is sufficient.
Punch – You can prick it or leave it as is. If you have kids who go to the shower, make sure they don’t confuse spiked punch with drinkable punch. If you are concerned that there may be an accident, do not puncture it. Punch is a great idea for drinks because it adds color to the drink table. If it’s a boy’s baby shower, make a blue punch and if it’s a baby shower, make a pink punch!
Other tips and ideas for baby shower drinks
What you serve is not as important as how you serve it. When deciding on the drink menu, think of other ideas on how you can display it. Decorating the drink table can have a great effect on the overall theme of the shower. Find cute mugs or decorate them, add confetti around serving bowls, etc. Using custom mason jars for your guests to drink can also be used as baby shower gifts.
Whether you buy fancy and expensive glasses for the occasion, use glasses you already have on hand, or buy plastic glasses, make sure you have enough for all of your guests. If you are serving wine, you can purchase the plastic wine glasses from a party store for a relatively low price.
