As the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve, there’s no better way to ring in the new year than with a glass of bubbly in hand. To make the celebration even more special, we’ve gathered 18 sparkling cocktail recipes that are sure to impress your friends and family. From classic champagne cocktails to innovative twists on old favorites, these drinks are sure to add some extra sparkle to your New Year’s Eve party.
Whether you’re a fan of sweet treats or savory sips, there’s something for everyone in this list of refreshing cocktails. So go ahead, pour yourself a glass, and toast to the start of a new year filled with love, laughter, and good times.
Champagne Pomegranate Sparkler
Elevate your celebrations with this refreshing and flavorful sparkling drink, perfect for toasting special occasions or simply enjoying a delightful treat. The combination of champagne, pomegranate juice, and a hint of citrus creates a unique and tantalizing taste experience.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle of champagne (chilled)
– 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
– Juice of 1 orange (about 2 tablespoons)
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves or pomegranate seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour in the pomegranate juice and orange juice.
3. Top with champagne, being careful not to overflow.
4. Stir gently to combine.
5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or pomegranate seeds, if desired.
Cooking Time: None required! Simply assemble the ingredients and serve immediately.
Enjoy your Champagne Pomegranate Sparkler!
Gingerbread Martini
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this sweet and spicy take on the classic martini. This Gingerbread Martini combines the warmth of ginger and spices with the richness of chocolate and creamy liqueurs.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz ginger liqueur
– 1/2 oz Godiva white chocolate liqueur
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
– Ice
– Crushed candy canes or chopped nuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, ginger liqueur, white chocolate liqueur, and heavy cream.
3. Add cinnamon and nutmeg; shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
5. Garnish with crushed candy canes or chopped nuts, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Enjoy your Gingerbread Martini in the warmth of the holiday season!
Winter Spiced Sangria
As the temperatures drop, warm up with this unique take on traditional sangria. This Winter Spiced Sangria combines the rich flavors of winter spices with the classic drink, perfect for cozying up by the fireplace or sharing with friends.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle of red wine (Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon work well)
– 1 orange, sliced
– 1 apple, sliced
– 1/2 cup mixed berries (cranberries, blueberries, and raspberries)
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 6 whole cloves
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, orange slices, apple slices, and mixed berries.
2. Add the cinnamon stick and whole cloves to the mixture.
3. Stir in the honey and lemon juice until dissolved.
4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve chilled, garnished with additional orange slices and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Cooking Time: None needed! This sangria is best served cold.
Peppermint White Russian
Combine the coolness of peppermint with the richness of white Russian, and you’ll have a unique cocktail that’s perfect for warm weather or anytime you need a pick-me-up.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz Kahlúa
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 oz peppermint syrup (or to taste)
– Crushed candy canes or peppermint sprinkles for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, Kahlúa, and heavy cream.
3. Add peppermint syrup and shake well for about 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.
5. Garnish with crushed candy canes or peppermint sprinkles.
Cooking Time: None! Just mix and serve.
Cranberry Orange Mimosa
Elevate your brunch game with this refreshing twist on the classic mimosa. The tartness of cranberries and the sweetness of orange create a harmonious balance that’s sure to delight.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup champagne or sparkling wine
– 1/2 cup cranberry juice
– 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
– Fresh cranberries and orange slices for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine the champagne, cranberry juice, orange juice, and simple syrup.
2. Stir gently to combine.
3. Slice an orange into thin wheels and add to the pitcher.
4. Just before serving, stir in the grated orange zest.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Cranberry Orange Mimosa mixture over the ice.
6. Garnish each glass with a few fresh cranberries and an orange slice.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (simply combine ingredients and serve)
Bourbon Apple Cider Punch
Warm up with a deliciously autumnal punch that combines the flavors of bourbon, apple cider, and spices. This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire.
Ingredients:
– 1 bottle (750ml) apple cider
– 1/2 cup bourbon whiskey
– 1 orange, sliced
– 2 cinnamon sticks
– 6 cloves
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions:
1. In a large pot or punch bowl, combine apple cider and bourbon.
2. Add the sliced orange, cinnamon sticks, and cloves to the mixture.
3. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
4. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved.
6. Serve hot or warm, garnished with additional slices of orange if desired.
Cooking Time: 10-15 minutes
Sparkling Rosemary Gin Fizz
This refreshing cocktail combines the crispness of gin with the herbaceousness of rosemary, topped off with a splash of sparkling water.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz gin
– 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
– 1/4 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar and water)
– 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
– Sparkling water
– Ice
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the gin, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
3. Add two sprigs of rosemary to the shaker and muddle gently (don’t crush) to release the oils and flavors.
4. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
5. Strain into a chilled glass filled with ice.
6. Top off with sparkling water.
7. Garnish with an additional sprig of rosemary, if desired.
Cooking Time: None (this is a cocktail recipe!)
Eggnog Martini with Nutmeg
This festive cocktail combines the creamy richness of eggnog with the warmth of nutmeg, perfect for the holiday season. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll be sipping on a delightful treat in no time.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz eggnog
• 1/2 oz triple sec
• 1/2 oz heavy cream
• Pinch of ground nutmeg
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the vodka, eggnog, triple sec, and heavy cream to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Strain the martini into a chilled glass.
5. Sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg on top as garnish.
Cooking Time: None (just mix and serve!)
Enjoy your warm and cozy Eggnog Martini with Nutmeg, perfect for a chilly winter evening or a holiday party.
Blood Orange Prosecco Cocktail
Celebrate with a refreshing twist on the classic Bellini cocktail, featuring blood orange juice and Prosecco. This vibrant drink is perfect for warm weather gatherings or anytime you want to add a pop of color to your social scene.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz Prosecco
– 1 oz blood orange juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Slice of blood orange, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a wine glass with ice.
2. Pour in the Prosecco and set aside.
3. In a small bowl, mix together the blood orange juice and simple syrup until well combined.
4. Pour the blood orange mixture over the ice-filled glass.
5. Top with the Prosecco.
6. Garnish with a slice of blood orange.
Cooking Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required!)
Vanilla Pear Champagne Cocktail
Elevate your cocktail game with this sweet and sophisticated concoction featuring vanilla-infused simplicity and the perfect balance of pear and champagne.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz Vanilla vodka
– 1/2 oz Pear puree
– 3 oz Champagne
– 1/2 oz Simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Slice of fresh pear, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the vanilla vodka, pear puree, and simple syrup.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled flute or champagne glass.
5. Top with champagne.
6. Garnish with a slice of fresh pear.
Cooking Time: None
Honey Cinnamon Whiskey Sour
Elevate your whiskey sour game with this sweet and spicy twist. This unique combination of honey, cinnamon, and citrus will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz whiskey (bourbon or rye work well)
– 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water, dissolved)
– 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
– Dash of Angostura bitters (optional)
– Ice
– Lemon wheel or twist, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add whiskey, lemon juice, honey syrup, and cinnamon. Shake vigorously for about 10-12 seconds to combine and chill.
3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. If desired, add a dash of Angostura bitters on top.
5. Garnish with a lemon wheel or twist.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is ready in minutes.
Spiced Cranberry Margarita
Spiced Cranberry Margarita Recipe
Elevate your cocktail game with this unique blend of cranberries, spices, and tequila!
Ingredients:
– 2 oz tequila
– 1 oz fresh lime juice
– 1/2 oz triple sec
– 1/2 cup cranberry juice
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– Salt for rimming glass
Instructions:
1. Rim a rocks glass with salt.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, triple sec, cranberry juice, and simple syrup.
3. Add ground cinnamon and nutmeg; muddle gently to release flavors.
4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
5. Strain into the prepared glass.
6. Garnish with a lime wheel and a few fresh cranberries.
Cooking Time: None! Just mix, shake, and serve!
Enjoy your Spiced Cranberry Margarita!
Maple Old Fashioned with Orange Twist
Elevate your classic Old Fashioned cocktail by adding a touch of maple syrup and a twist of orange peel.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
– 1/2 oz maple syrup
– 1/2 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
– 2 dashes Angostura bitters
– Orange twist, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a mixing glass with ice.
2. Add the bourbon or rye whiskey, maple syrup, and orange juice.
3. Add 2 dashes of Angostura bitters.
4. Stir for approximately 30 seconds to chill and dilute the ingredients.
5. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
6. Express a strip of orange peel over the drink and use as garnish.
Cooking Time: None! Just mix, chill, and serve.
Ginger Peach Bellini
Elevate your brunch game with this refreshing twist on the classic Bellini. The spicy warmth of ginger perfectly balances the sweetness of peaches, making for a delightful and revitalizing drink.
Ingredients:
– 2 ripe peaches, pureed
– 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated
– 1 cup Prosecco or sparkling wine
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
– Ice cubes
– Fresh peach slices and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together the peach puree and grated ginger.
2. Fill a champagne flute with ice cubes.
3. Pour in the Prosecco or sparkling wine, leaving about 1 inch at the top.
4. Add 1-2 teaspoons of the peach-ginger mixture to the glass.
5. Stir gently to combine.
6. If desired, add a drizzle of honey for sweetness.
7. Garnish with fresh peach slices and mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None! This recipe is quick and easy, taking only a few minutes to prepare.
Blackberry Sage Smash
Elevate your summer cocktails with this refreshing Blackberry Sage Smash recipe, featuring the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh blackberries
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 cup bourbon or whiskey
– 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
– 1 tablespoon honey syrup (1:1 honey and water, dissolved)
– 6-8 sage leaves
– Ice
– Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, muddle blackberries and sugar until the berries release their juice and the mixture is well combined.
2. Add bourbon or whiskey and stir to combine.
3. Add lemon-lime soda and honey syrup; stir gently.
4. Remove sage leaves from stems and add them to the pitcher.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour Blackberry Sage Smash over ice.
6. Garnish with a lemon wedge, if desired.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Toasted Coconut Rum Punch
Elevate your gatherings with this tropical twist on a classic cocktail. Toasted coconut rum adds a rich, velvety texture and a hint of nutty flavor to this refreshing punch.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups mixed fruit juice (pineapple, orange, grapefruit)
– 1 cup dark rum
– 1/2 cup toasted coconut rum
– 1/4 cup simple syrup
– Splash of club soda
– Toasted coconut flakes for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine mixed fruit juice and simple syrup. Stir until dissolved.
2. Add dark rum and toasted coconut rum. Stir gently to combine.
3. Chill punch in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, stir in club soda.
5. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and serve over ice.
Cooking Time: None! This cocktail is ready to enjoy as soon as you’re done mixing.
Lavender Lemon Drop Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with this unique fusion of floral and citrus flavors. This refreshing martini is perfect for warm evenings or special occasions.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz lavender syrup (see note)
– 1/2 oz lemon juice
– 1/4 oz simple syrup
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– Lemon twist and dried lavender buds for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
5. Top with heavy cream and garnish with a lemon twist and dried lavender buds.
Cooking Time: None (as this is a cocktail recipe)
Hot Buttered Rum with Cinnamon
As the temperatures drop, cozy up with this timeless winter treat that’s sure to become a new favorite. Rich, creamy butter and warm spices blend together in perfect harmony.
Ingredients:
– 1 shot of dark rum (or to taste)
– 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar
– 1 cinnamon stick (about 4 inches long), broken into small pieces
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup hot water
Instructions:
1. In a large mug, combine butter, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt.
2. Add the broken cinnamon stick, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg on top.
3. Pour in the shot of rum (or to taste).
4. Add the hot water, stirring until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth.
5. Garnish with an additional sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Cooking Time: 2-3 minutes
Summary
Ring in the new year with these 18 sparkling cocktail recipes that will refresh your palate. From classic champagne cocktails to creative twists on old favorites, there’s something for everyone. Try a Champagne Pomegranate Sparkler, a Gingerbread Martini, or a Winter Spiced Sangria to get started. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat or a spicy kick, these recipes are sure to delight.
