What are some Scottish wedding favour ideas?

Short answer

Scottish wedding favours often include a small bottle of whisky, shortbread, tablet, heather sprigs, or a lucky thistle charm. You can also give personalised tartan ribbons, Edinburgh rock, or a mini jar of heather honey.

For a Scottish wedding, favours can celebrate local flavours and traditions. A miniature bottle of whisky is a classic choice, often tied with a tartan ribbon and a personalised label. Shortbread fingers or tablet, a crumbly sweet treat, are popular and travel well. You could also give small jars of heather honey, a nod to the Scottish countryside, or Edinburgh rock for a lighter option.

For something symbolic, heather is traditionally thought to bring good luck. You could tuck a sprig into each favour or press it into a card. Thistle charms or pins are another meaningful keepsake, reflecting Scotland's national flower. Tartan ribbons, in your family tartan or a colour that matches your wedding, can wrap almost any favour neatly.

If you want something useful, consider personalised coasters, bottle openers, or small candles with a Scottish scent like pine or heather. For edible favours, you could include a mix of local produce such as oatcakes, fudge, or a mini bottle of Scottish gin or ale. Remember to check any venue rules about glass bottles or food allergies, and label ingredients clearly. Your favours can be as simple or as elaborate as you like, as long as they feel personal to you and your guests.