Blackberry Shrub as a Cocktail?!

In a recent issue of Special Events magazine, one of the articles highlighted very different types of cocktails. Click here to read the entire article and find out what a "Blackberry Shrub" cocktail is!

Have you tried a "Bacon Bloody Mary" or a "Pig Apple"?

Like the farm-to-table menu for meals, there is now a "garden to glass" focus which features such fresh items as herbs and produce straight from the garden! Today's event guests are focused more on natural ingredients, rather an artificial elements.  "The appreciation for simplicity is growing." event planner Hanna Meyer states.

Another trend highlighted in the article is that much like the idea of pairing wine with the courses of your meal, "beer pairings" are becoming quite popular -- especially with the groom and his groomsmen!

Last, but not least, are dessert creations!!  In these cold winter days -- how about serving a "Winter Wonderland" dessert? Made from a blend of apple pie vodka, vanilla ice cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and served with a mini gingersnap on the rim of the glass -- this sounds delightful!!!

What fun ingredients would you put together as a signature drink to serve at your next event?!  Share in the comments section!