Hosting a baby shower involves a lot of planning and a lot of decision making. From invitations to decorations, there are lots of 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 basics of every hosting event: iced tea, lemonade, water, and coffee. If you decide to serve just those 4 drinks, then you’re done. There is absolutely nothing wrong with keeping it simple and easy. Among those 4 drinks, the guests are spoiled for choice and there is a good chance that you will make everyone happy with at least one of the selections. Having a variety of drinks is a must as it ensures 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 garnish the drinks however you like by adding garnishes (add sugar and spices, and all that good stuff!) If you choose to get water bottles, you can customize them with cute decorations. Dress up the pitchers and serving table with tulle fabric, straws or fancy mugs. It will add a nice punch of color.
Another simple and easy drink idea for a shower is wine. Yes, he came. I am well aware that it is a baby shower and some may think it 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 staple for celebrations for many years, and women view the drink as just that. It’s a celebratory drink and it’s completely acceptable to serve it at a shower.
While serving wine at a baby shower is acceptable, it may not be financially feasible. If you need to keep pennies tight while organizing the shower, just skip the wine.
Baby Shower Drink Ideas with a Twist
cucumber water – I love this drink because it not only tastes good, it’s full of antioxidants and it’s good for you. Adding the cucumber to the water gives it a refreshing taste and looks great in the pitcher. Simply slice up a cucumber and add a few slices to an ice-filled pitcher of water. Ready!
lemon water– Just 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. Bring average to classy. Adding anything to the water makes for the case.
Punch – You can click it or leave it as it is. If you have kids attending the party, make sure they don’t confuse spiked punch with drinkable punch. If you’re worried there might be an accident, don’t blow it. Punch is a great drink idea 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 girl’s baby shower, make a pink punch!
Other tips and ideas for baby shower drinks
What you serve isn’t really as important as how it’s served. When you decide on the drink menu, come up with other ideas for how you can display it. Decorating the drinks table can have a great effect on the overall theme of the party. Find cute glasses or decorate them, add confetti around serving bowls, etc. Using personalized mason jars for your guests to drink from can also be used as baby shower favors.
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 your guests. If you are going to serve wine, you can buy plastic wine glasses at a party store for a relatively low price.