Southern Wedding Tradition
There is a charming Southern wedding tradition that promises sunshine on your special day: burying a bottle of bourbon at the ceremony site. Legend has it that if you bury the bourbon exactly one month before the wedding, it will keep the rain away. This delightful ritual was beautifully incorporated into a recent wedding coordinated by Tia at The Manor at 12 Oaks, with stunning moments captured by photographer Meagan Gaines.
On the wedding day, under the golden rays of the sun, the bride and groom excitedly approached the spot where they had buried their bottle of Four Roses bourbon a month earlier. The groom, in his sharp black suit, carefully unearthed the bottle from its resting place near a quaint wooden fence, while the bride, radiant in her gown, looked on with a joyful smile. The moment was both playful and significant, embodying the couple's gratitude for the perfect weather and the symbolic start of their new life together.
The Manor at 12 Oaks provided an idyllic backdrop for this heartfelt tradition. Its expansive grounds, dotted with ancient oaks, created a serene and picturesque setting. The rustic charm of the venue complemented the couple’s classic and elegant style. With Tia’s expert coordination, every detail of the day came together seamlessly, ensuring that the couple could fully enjoy their special moment.
As they unearthed the bourbon bottle, the skies were clear and the weather was perfect, just as the legend had promised. The bride and groom shared a celebratory toast, a ritual that was both a nod to tradition and a testament to their love and shared future.
Kendall & Bryce's wedding was a celebration of love, tradition, and the joy of coming together with family and friends. The tradition of burying the bourbon added a touch of Southern charm and a fun element to their wedding preparations. It was a reminder that while weddings are filled with meaningful rituals and time-honored customs, they are also a celebration of the couple’s unique love story and the new traditions they create together.