Wedding Cake Tasting Tips

When it comes to choosing your wedding cake, there’s a surprising amount that can go into it. You may think you know what you want for a wedding cake, but there are so many delectable choices out there, it’s best to get out there and see what your options are. If you’re going to multiple Orange County bakeries to sample wedding cakes, then make sure that you only go to one bakery per day.

Bakeries each have their own style, and you’re going to want an adequate amount of time to evaluate the types of cake that they offer. In addition, the samples given are often regular portion sizes. There is such a thing as too much cake. Eat lightly before going, but leave plenty of room for the various slices you’ll surely be sampling.

Bring Your Entourage!

Of course, don’t forget to bring multiple people with you if you like! Definitely bring your future husband or wife along, as their opinion is the most important besides your own. A friend or two with good taste will be an asset. Another flavor evaluator will be able to reinforce an opinion you have, or be a helpful contributor when you are torn between a yellow butter cake with vanilla buttercream frosting or a hazelnut almond cake with chocolate ganache and raspberries.

Make sure to bring bottled water with you or have a glass of water on hand. Drinking water is the best way to cleanse your palate during a tasting. You want to be able to taste all of the cakes for their true flavor, and sipping on some water in between samples is the best way to really let your taste buds take in all the cakes have to offer, from red velvet to luxurious chocolate.

Ask Questions

Don’t forget to take note and make a list of questions to ask your baker beforehand. Asking about filling choices, frosting options, whether they’d be willing to partner with your florist for fresh blossoms, who will be making your cake, and pricing options lets you know what they can do and what your cake will be able to look like. After all, the perfect wedding cake tasting is designed to allow you to choose your ideal wedding cake. From design to flavor, from fondant to frosting, a successful tasting gives you many options to decide from. So come ever so slightly hungry, bring some important tasters along with you as well as a camera, and prepare for a day of sampling delicious desserts and making memories!