I read on a previous post that it is not polite to offer some guests champagne and others none. We would like for the bride and groom only to have champagne during the cake cutting and all other guests toast with whatever they have in their hand. Is this idea OK or not? Thank you.
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Dear Bethtrn,
No, that is not polite. If sparkling wine is served or offered, it should be offered to all. The guests chooses if they wish to partake. It is fine for the couple to use special glasses though.
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I forgot to mention that we will be serving wine (and beer) to all but not champagne. Is it still impolite not to serve champagne to all even though the bride & groom will drink champagne at the cake cutting. Guests may toast with wine if they choose. Thanks.
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Honestly, there is no way around this rule. It is impolite to serve sparkling wine to even one and not to all. It is like saying to the couple's guests that even though they all traveled and spent money to share the couple's day, they are not good enough to treat with sparkling wine. When we invite guests, we are expected to be good hosts. Rebecca Black, Etiquette Now
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I agree. If I were a guest I would feel disparaged if I watched my hosts get served something special and I was not also served. It would be like the hosts being served filet mignon while the guests were served a hamburger or roast beef dinner. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
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