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How to choose the perfect flavours for your wedding cake

September 2, 2025 Jo Harper

Selecting the flavours for your wedding cake is one of the sweetest parts of planning your big day. Your cake should not only look stunning but also offer a delicious variety to impress your guests. Here's a guide to help you make the tastiest choices while considering the seasons, your menu, and, most importantly, your preferences.

Offer Variety Across the Tiers

To please as many of your guests as possible, I always recommend opting for a different flavour for each tier of your cake. The more variety you offer, the better your chances of appealing to everyone's tastes.

  • Crowd-Pleasing Classics: Always include at least one universally loved flavour, such as vanilla, lemon, or chocolate. These are guaranteed to be a hit with guests of all ages.

  • A Fun 'Wild Card' Flavor: For a tier that's a little more unique, consider options like Cherry Bakewell, black forest, or Chocolate Orange. These flavours add a creative twist and make your cake extra memorable.

  • Choose What You Love: It's your big day, so remember to include flavours you love! After all, you'll want to enjoy every bite of the slices saved for you by your venue.

Think Seasonally

The season can have a significant impact on your cake flavours, making seasonal choices seem more fitting.

  • Spring and Summer Weddings: Fruity flavours work beautifully in warmer months. Popular choices include lemon or white chocolate and raspberry. These flavours are light and refreshing, perfect for sunny celebrations.

  • Autumn and Winter Weddings: Rich and decadent flavours shine for colder seasons. Chocolate orange, spiced carrot cake, chocolate and Irish cream are all indulgent choices that complement cosy vibes.

Consider Your Menu

Your cake flavours should complement the overall menu for the day. If you're serving a fruity dessert with dinner, resist the temptation to use a similar flavour in your cake. Providing your guests with a wider variety of options should lead to fewer leftovers.

 

Final Tip: Make It Personal

Your wedding cake should reflect your taste and personality.

While considering your guests, the season, and the menu are important, don't shy away from indulging in the flavours that mean the most to you as a couple. Whether that's your favourite childhood flavour or something adventurous, it's your day to celebrate your love—down to the very last bite!

By thoughtfully selecting your wedding cake flavours, you can create a dessert centrepiece as memorable as the day itself.

If you’re feeling a bit hungry and craving a delicious slice of cake after reading this, please get in touch, and we can arrange for a box of tasty treats to be on its way to you soon. 

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