New Year’s Eve is definitely the biggest party of the year. While it can be great to pop a bottle of Champagne at midnight, there are still plenty opportunities for grown ups to enjoy themselves before then! We’ve rounded up our favorite drinks from sparkling cocktails and fancy stunners that will light up your festive night with flair – just make sure you’re stocked on liquid courage because these classy beverages don’t skimp when it comes down what goes in them 😉
1. Happy New Year
A delightfully simple cocktail recipe, few drinks are as perfect for New Year’s Eve than the “Happy New Year.” That really is its name and it has great appeal. The sparkling mix includes brandy, ruby port wine with orange juice which creates a fabulous base that will dress up your favorite Champagne!
2. Figgy Sparkler
The Figgy Sparkler is a refreshing twist on the traditional champagne cocktail. This mixture of fresh fruits and sparkling wine has an extra layer of flavor thanks to its clever use as muddles for cranberries, orange slices plus one fig soaked in vodka or infuse it yourself! Top off this easy recipe with some bubbly before entertaining guests at your next event – you’ll be sure not disappoint them.”
3. Hot Gin Toddy
warming up with your New Year’s pals and a hot gin toddy is the best way to celebrate in this cold weather!
Adding warm water (and other basic ingredients) can really boost up botanicals, so make sure you add those into some high quality gins. For an elegant fireside sipper serve it out of one these snifters decorated by cinnamon sticks–they’ll keep their warmth longer than most glasses do
4. French 75
The French 75 cocktail was invented in the late 19th century and it remains one of the most popular champagne cocktails around today.
The best drink to ring in the New Year is one that everyone will want at your party. Simply mix together gin or cognac, champagne bubbles, simple syrup and fresh lemon juice for an sparkling affair! If you’re feeling adventurous try swapping out liquid base with vodka so it becomes French 76 style too (you know how much we love those).
5. Tom and Jerry Punch
The Tom and Jerry cocktail is a rich, creamy beverage that’s perfect for holiday parties. This delicious drink can be made in bulk to serve large crowds with its sweet flavor combined from the best of both worlds- hot buttered rum and eggnog! It starts off by mixing up our spiced batter which then gets refrigerated or frozen until it’s time to use them again. Get ready because you’ll want this yummy treat at every event during wintertime season!
6. Strawberry Champagne Punch
The strawberries are the star of this beautiful and refreshing Champagne punch.
The recipes for this fruit drink is perfect any time of year and it can quickly become a new favorite. No matter what type of party you’re hosting, your guests will enjoy its fruity flavor with refreshing sparkle!
This Strawberry Champagne Punch is a pure delight and super simple to make. You’ll need frozen fruit punch, strawberries (sliced), orange juice for bleu cheese flavor if desired- otherwise just white wine or ginger ale will do! Mix together until it’s pretty layered before enjoying with friends this new year.
7. Mind Eraser Mixed Drink
The mind eraser is a simple mix of vodka, coffee liqueur and soda so it’s like your favorite black Russian. It can be easy to indulge in one too many rounds or if you drink them too fast then we get this name for our cute little fizzy cocktail!
The mind eraser is a layered drink, but some people prefer to shake the liquors. It’s served over ice with an easy-to use straw and when left unstirred you can get different tastes from each layer in every sip!
8. Buck’s Fizz Cocktail
The Buck’s Fizz is a simple drink made of orange juice and Champagne. It’s nearly identical to the popular mimosa, though it dates back even further in time – both come from 1920s but according believed that this cocktail has been around since before then!
9. Tequila Slammer
The tequila slammer is an easy, fun drink for any occasion. It only requires two ingredients and it’s all about getting ready before you take that first sip!
Tequilazo is an excellent way to enjoy your favorite soft drink. You can pour any soda you like, including Sprite or 7-Up! Some people also add Mountain Dew for a little extra flavor in their drinks before they pop them open on top of some ice cubes – this might be why it’s called “tequila boom” city after all!
10. Brandy Alexander
The Brandy Alexander is a luscious, warming cocktail that has been enjoyed by many for generations. Some might call it retro but we think of our vintage as timeless!
The original recipe is a classic, made with three ingredients and can be whipped up in just minutes. The smooth texture will have you feeling luxurious every time!
