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I can’t remember if I first saw infusion jars used at a wedding in Mrs. Cherry Pie’s detail post, but I do remember that I was seriously in love. I’m talking heart-beat-skipping-dry-mouth-embarrassing-palm-sweating love here, ladies.
I schemed for months, trying desperately to work those beautiful infusion jars into my reception. I tried to scheme ways to have signature drinks, pre-mixed, and served in infusion jars. I was determined, and Mr. CC was realistic.
First, our budget barely allows for beer and wine, let alone signature cocktails. Secondly, not having a caterer means no liquor license, and we were concerned about the logistics of serving liquor. We are hiring an ABC licensed bartender. Anyway, reality finally set in and I was crushed. There would be no signature cocktails with cute and clever names, or fantastically vintage infusion jars with cutesy signs.
I was sad, but life had to go on.
Then Mr. CC and I were discussing beverages a few days ago. We’ve pretty much figured out the beer and wine situation, but we thought we needed something to serve to people who didn’t want to drink. Mr. CC suggested tea, and I was elated. Suddenly, there was something I could totally put in infusion jars.
Mr. CC didn’t understand the concept until I showed him that collage up there (yay Picasa!). He liked them, and I told him that we would be serving tea (sweetened and unsweetened) and water in those beauties!
I’d really like to dress them up by putting something in the tea. Any suggestions?
Peaches, girl! You’re in GA!
Also, raspberries. Mmmm raspberry tea.
Also, water w/ a hint of cucumber is very refreshing.
I like fruits of all kinds!
Peaches, raspberries and mint sprigs in your tea-filled infusion jars could be delicious and the colors would look beautiful as well!
Those are so great, I’ve been trying to justify them as well. For the tea, the possibilities are really endless. I love blackberry tea, mango tea, peach tea. You could basically pick any fruit and add it.
I too am in love with infusion jars! I am planning on using them for sweet tea, unsweet tea and water as well. We won’t have alcohol at the reception but you know sometimes people just don’t like punch. Or they need something that will really quench their thirst.
As for the ideas on dressing up the tea…if you get a flavored tea like raspberry you could add fresh raspberries to the tea and I think that would look awesome!
Perfect timing! I’m meeting with my caterer today and I seriously want infusion jars for our mocktails! Now I can come prepared with these pics!! Glad you got to incorporate the jars!! 
Lemons and limes in the water? And/or melons!
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/michael-chiarello/aqua-fresca-di-frutta-recipe/index.html
I was also going to suggest cucumber in the water. Very fresh. If it sounds too weird, try lime!
Lemons in tea are easy and people won’t be surprised by the flavor, and they’ll look nice next to cucumber (or lime!) water.
I love the idea! It’s going to look so pretty, especially with any of the add-ins the wonderful bees mentioned above. I saw a few of these jars at Pottery Barn, and cheaper versions at Bed Bath and Beyond.
Thanks for putting a bug in my head about another wedding-related item/expense….NOT. I love these, but with less than a month to go, they aren’t feasible. Plus, I don’t think they fit our theme too well. But bully for you, girl–I am SO glad you found a way to incorporate something you love into your special day!
FYI on cucumbers in the water. Make sure the water is COLD!!!! My brother got married in April and the brides mother wanted cucumber slices in the water. I’d never heard of it and thought it a bit weird. I loved the punch they had but it was HOT and I needed something to quench my thirst so I got some water. It was not iced and it was NASTY with the cucumber slices in it. Common sense says to make sure it’s cold or has ice in it but make sure to stay on top of that if you choose to go with cucumbers!
Pinapple!!! There are several restraunts at our local mall that cut up the pinapple into discs and put them inside! Its so yummy and different!
LOVE. I’m buying mine this week and we’re serving iced tea and lemonade in ours.
I LOVE cucumber in the water, it’s really good. For the tea, lemons, peaches, some kind of fruit in your color?
I LOVED the photo’s from Mrs. Cherry Pie’s wedding too. Immediately I emailed my wedding coordinator and asked about how we could incorporate as well. I’ve found several of these jars on Craig’s list. Yay! I think we’re going the non-alcholoc route with these too.
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Mrs. Crab Cake, Columbus, GA Age and Occupation: 25, Registered Nurse Fiance's Age and Occupation: 31, Director of Education and Living History for a museum Engagement Date: April 6, 2008 Wedding Date: June, 2009 Blogging Since: November 26, 2008 Venue: Holy Family Catholic Church, reception: National Infantry Museum About Me: I'm a perfectionist trying to balance two jobs, motherhood, my craft obsession, and wedding planning. I am obsessed with all things wedding, especially creative ideas for saving money and DIY projects. A Southern Belle at heart, I love anything southern, especially sweet tea, grits, afternoon thunder storms, crab cakes, and good old Southern hospitality. Mr. Crab Cake and I are planning a vintage inspired wedding with tons of Southern flare (can y'all say that with a thick Southern drawl?).
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