Just because the festive season is over, doesn’t mean you can’t fill your loved ones (and yourself) with good cheer! Yes, that’s right – the new year is finally here and it’s time to celebrate until the sun rises! And, what better New Year’s idea than to kick back and relax with fine alcohol? With everything from sparkling champagne to different types of whiskey and craft beer, there’s no reason not to welcome in 2023 with a party to remember (and New Year’s gifts, of course)! So, whether you want to ring in the new year with delicious cheer by hosting an awesome party, or give your loved ones a reason to celebrate by sending them a lovely gift, here are the best cocktails to celebrate the new year!
Mouth-watering Mimosa
What better way to start off the New Year’s celebration than with a brunch classic – the mimosa! Refreshing and delicious, this champagne cocktail is the perfect drink to get your loved ones ready to party!
Ingredients:
- 60ml orange juice
- 180ml champagne
Method:
Divide the orange juice into 2 flutes and top with champagne – easy-peasy! Don’t forget to serve this tasty drink in a personalised glass, after all, this is a great way to send a special New Year’s message! And, if they’re not a huge fan of orange juice, just add a little less (or add more if they’re not in the mood to party)!
Classic Mint Julep
After a night out on the town (or at home), there’s no tastier way to refresh their senses than with a first-class cocktail using the finest whiskey brands. Whether it’s 18-year-old Jameson or a personalised bottle of whiskey, this drink will keep the party going long after the town has been painted red!
Ingredients:
- 65ml whiskey
- Fresh mint leaves
- Sugar syrup, to taste
- Crushed ice
Method:
Shaken, not stirred – this cocktail is made by mixing the whiskey, mint and syrup inside a cocktail shaker and poured over crushed ice. What could be a better way to enjoy New Year’s alcohol?
Best Black Velvet
If your loved ones prefer mixing their favourite alcohol, why not treat them to a yummy black velvet cocktail? Combining the best of both bubbly and craft beer, this is just the indulgence they need to end off the year on a high note! And, this is the perfect way to help them make their delicious beer last (from that man crate you gifted them)!
Ingredients:
- 250ml champagne
- 250ml beer
Method:
Fill a beer glass with their choice of hops, until it reaches halfway. Top off the cocktail with a splash of sparkling champagne and they have themselves a tasty treat!
Naughty & Nice Milkshake
With January finally here, it will soon be time to hit the gym, invest in activewear and steer clear of sugar and carbs, so why not have one last soiree complete with a sugar rush? And a wonderful way to give them an enjoyable last indulgence (at least until February) is with a naughty adults-only milkshake! Just don’t forget to include yummy gourmet gifts, like chocolate and nougat, for them to snack on too!
Ingredients:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Liqueur of choice
- Milk
- Flavourings of choice
Method:
As with all milkshakes, we all have our favourites, from lime and bubblegum to strawberry and chocolate, so why should adult shakes be any different? For this recipe, all you need to do is blend the ice cream with up to 60ml of their favourite liqueur (we like the sound of Amarula) and a little bit of milk. Add in some yummy extras, like fudge, sprinkles, chocolate truffles, coffee, a slice of cake… it is their last indulgence, after all!
There you have it – all the best cocktails for a New Year celebration to end off the year in the best way possible! From sparkling wine and champers to fine wine and spirits, these alcohol gifts just keep on giving! So, grab some bar accessories and get stirring (and shaking) this New Year’s Day!
