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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Cocktails » Celebratory Cocktails for the New Year

    Published: December 28, 2020 / Updated: December 27, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Celebratory Cocktails for the New Year

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    four celebratory cocktails to ring in the new year, with title text overlay.

    Ring in the new year with one of these celebratory cocktail recipes! Here is a round-up of the 25 Best Celebratory Cocktails for New Year's Eve that would be perfect for your next holiday party.

    This post was first published December 26, 2018. It was updated and republished December 28, 2020 and then updated on December 26, 2022 with additional New Year's cocktails, photos, and details.

    four celebratory cocktails to ring in the new year, with title text overlay.

    It's that time of the year: when we reflect on the past year, celebrate the holiday season, and welcome in a brand new year!

    Each special occasion calls for festive cocktails. I've rounded up 25+ of my favorite celebratory cocktails to help you ring in NYE in style.

    Jump to:
    • 🥂 About these recipes
    • 🍋 Ingredient notes
    • 🍾 Champagne cocktail recipes
    • Champagne Floats
    • Airmail Cocktail
    • Champagne Margarita
    • NYE Sparkling Champagne Cocktail
    • French 75 Cocktail Recipe
    • Champagne Jello Shots
    • Sparkling Limoncello Cooler
    • Classic Kir Royale Cocktail
    • French 7UP5 Champagne Cocktail
    • Raspberry Bellini
    • Raspberry Mimosas
    • 🍋 Citrus Cocktails
    • Blood Orange Gin and Tonic Recipe
    • Lillet Blanc Cocktail
    • Winter Beer Sangria
    • 🍓 Other fruit cocktail recipes
    • Watermelon Mimosas
    • The Mistletoe Kiss (Christmas Cocktail)
    • Pomegranate New Year’s Punch
    • Cranberry Rosemary Shrub Cocktail
    • Red Queen cocktail
    • Cranberry Moscow Mule Margaritas
    • Garden-inspired cocktails
    • Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned
    • Thin Mint Cocktail
    • Basil Vodka Gimlet (Bsil Dazzle) l Panning The Globe
    • Warm cocktails
    • Winter Bourbon Cocktail: The Winter Warm-Up
    • Hot Buttered Kahlua
    • Mulled Wine Recipe
    • 🍸 Simple syrup
    • 🧊 Essential bar tools
    • 🍽 New Year's Eve appetizer recipes
    • More cocktail recipes

    🥂 About these recipes

    champagne floats with sherbet

    From champagne cocktail recipes to citrus cocktail recipes to classic American cocktails, you're sure to find a new fave festive cocktail recipe in this collection!

    Most of these cocktail recipes call for simple ingredients. But if you're new to making craft cocktails at home, here are some tips about ingredients to stock up on for your holiday dinner party or other festive affair.

    🍋 Ingredient notes

    Champagne Jello Shots

    You can click on the links to get to each cocktail recipe, but here are some notes about ingredients to help you make a great party drink with a seasonal twist.

    Champagne cocktail recipes - Only sparkling wine made in the Champagne region of France is allowed to be officially labeled as Champagne. In these recipes, your favorite sparkling wine is the perfect option to substitute for traditional Champagne to create an elegant cocktail.

    Citrus cocktail recipes - Citrus is an amazing ingredient in these easy cocktail recipes! Depending on the recipe, you may need orange peel; fresh lemon juice, lemon peel, or a twist of lemon; lime wedges or fresh lime juice.

    Fruit juices - In some recipes, fruit juices are often main ingredients that make each festive drink shine. It helps to have pineapple juice, pomegranate juice, cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, and orange juice on hand.

    Herb cocktail recipes - Those who enjoy cocktails with a unique flavor and modern twists might go for the savory garden-inspired cocktails on this list. Ingredients like fresh mint, basil, rosemary all make for great cocktail recipe ingredients!

    Warm cocktails - When it's chilly outside, stock up on warm spices, cinnamon sticks, hot cocoa, and red wine to make warm holiday cocktails.

    From classic cocktail recipes to fun & funky cocktails to elegant cocktail recipes, find a great cocktail to make for your next party right here!

    🍾 Champagne cocktail recipes

    There's no better time to break out the bubbly than New Year's Eve! You can use Champagne or your favorite sparkling wine for most of these cocktails.

    Wine note: any wine labelled as Champagne must be made in the traditional method and only made in the Champagne region of France. Everything made outside of the Champagne region must be labeled as sparkling wine. In some of these recipes, you may also substitute Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine), Cava (Spanish sparkling wine), or Sekt (German or Austrian sparkling wine).

    Champagne Floats

    With just two ingredients, these Champagne floats are a fun and festive way to toast in the new year!

    Airmail Cocktail

    Made with sparkling wine or Champagne, rum, lime juice, and simple syrup, this classic cocktail is a delicious combination of sweet, tart, and bubbly. It's a great celebratory cocktail that's down to earth and not too fancy or fussy.

    Champagne Margarita

    Margarita lovers will love this Champagne Margarita recipe! It's a great casual cocktail to celebrate the holidays.

    Photo Credit: delicious table

    NYE Sparkling Champagne Cocktail

    These Champagne Sparklers are glittering gold and made with just a few ingredients. Perfect to toast in New Year's Eve!

    Photo Credit: pinchandswirl.com

    French 75 Cocktail Recipe

    The French 75 is a classic cocktail that makes for a beautiful and elegant celebratory drink! It's easy to make with Champagne, gin, lemon juice and sugar.

    Champagne Jello Shots

    Combining the classic celebratory New Year's Eve drink of choice - Champagne - with the classic party jello shots, this recipe will help your NYE party be the talk of the town!⁠

    Photo Credit: www.thekitchenismyplayground.com

    Sparkling Limoncello Cooler

    With it's refreshing combination of fresh lime juice, Limoncello, and bubbly sparkling wine, how could this Sparkling Limoncello Cooler not  be the perfect spring and summer cocktail?

    Photo Credit: whatagirleats.com

    Classic Kir Royale Cocktail

    The Kir Royale cocktail is a classic French aperitif (a cocktail served before dinner) made with champagne and creme de cassis. It is also frequently served as an elegant starter to afternoon tea. Its beautiful, pale pink color makes it delightful at a bridal or baby shower.

    Photo Credit: www.thefrugalfoodiemama.com

    French 7UP5 Champagne Cocktail

    This French 7UP5 Champagne Cocktail is a crisp, refreshing, & bubbly champagne cocktail perfect for ringing in the New Year!

    Raspberry Bellini

    This Prosecco cocktail is brightly colored and festive for Christmas, New Year's or Valentine's Day!

    Raspberry Mimosas

    With fresh raspberries, Champagne or your favorite sparkling wine, orange juice and orange peel and sugar, these Raspberry Mimosas are perfect for your New Year's Day Brunch!

    🍋 Citrus Cocktails

    The bright flavors of orange, grapefruit, lemon, lime add a lovely zip and zing to New Year's cocktails.

    Photo Credit: www.mykitchenlove.com

    Blood Orange Gin and Tonic Recipe

    This Blood Orange Gin & Tonic is a refreshing and seasonal spin on a classic G&T! This gin and tonic recipe is bright and naturally pretty thanks to blood orange juice. 

    Lillet Blanc Cocktail

    For a simple cocktail with a sophisticated twist, try this Lillet Blanc cocktail. With tonic water and grapefruit bitters, it's an elegant drink to toast in the new year.

    Photo Credit: www.craftbeering.com

    Winter Beer Sangria

    Winter beer sangria is a smooth blend of fruity rye whiskey, spiced winter lager and seasonal fruit. If you're looking for a tasty and not overly sweet sangria, this is it!

    🍓 Other fruit cocktail recipes

    Pomegranate, watermelon, cranberries, and more make for delicious cocktails, too!

    Watermelon Mimosas

    These Watermelon Mimosas are the perfect party drink for friends who love a good fruity cocktail.

    Photo Credit: www.smells-like-home.com

    The Mistletoe Kiss (Christmas Cocktail)

    The Mistletoe Kiss: A holiday drink for the ages with vodka, lemon juice, and a special and insanely easy simple syrup that ties the whole drink together.

    Photo Credit: www.easycookingwithmolly.com

    Pomegranate New Year’s Punch

    This sweet-tart delicious punch is absolutely gorgeous and can be made in advance.

    Photo Credit: www.goodlifeeats.com

    Cranberry Rosemary Shrub Cocktail

    This holiday cocktail is a cross between a Moscow Mule and a Margarita, with a cranberry orange twist. Perfect for holiday sipping!

    Photo Credit: www.supergoldenbakes.com

    Red Queen cocktail

    The Red Queen cocktail: beautiful, capricious and a little dangerous… this festive gin-based cocktail was named after the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland.

    Cranberry Moscow Mule Margaritas

    This holiday cocktail is a cross between a Moscow Mule and a Margarita, with a cranberry orange twist. Perfect for holiday sipping!

    Garden-inspired cocktails

    Herbs like sage, mint, rosemary, and basil lend themselves to colorful cocktails.

    Rosemary Citrus Old Fashioned

    This Rosemary Old Fashioned with Citrus cocktail is an excellent cold weather cocktail. The orange wakes you up with a bit of zing and the rosemary gives it a warm herbal, earthy taste to help round out the deep undertones from Pendleton Midnight Whisky.

    Photo Credit: www.mightymrs.com

    Thin Mint Cocktail

    This easy frozen cocktail is made using ice, Kahlua Mudslide and creme de menth. Tastes just like a Thin Mint Girl Scout cookie! A fun green drink to make for holidays, especially St. Patrick’s Day.

    Photo Credit: www.panningtheglobe.com

    Basil Vodka Gimlet (Bsil Dazzle) l Panning The Globe

    A refreshing lime and basil infused vodka cocktail with a touch of sweetness.

    Warm cocktails

    Winter Bourbon Cocktail: The Winter Warm-Up

    Hot coffee is spiced up with some cinnamon whipped cream and given a whisky kick. This Winter Warm-Up is the perfect Winter Bourbon Cocktail!

    Photo Credit: www.accidentalhappybaker.com

    Hot Buttered Kahlua

    A spin off of the original hot buttered rum, this hot cocktail is creamy, rich, and spicy with a nice coffee kick. It’s the perfect end to a cold winter’s day that will leave you feeling warm and cozy!

    Photo Credit: theforkedspoon.com

    Mulled Wine Recipe

    Mulled Wine is a traditional holiday drink made with red wine, brandy, and mulling spices like cloves, star anise, and cinnamon. It’s delicious, cozy, and guaranteed to warm you from the inside out.

    🍸 Simple syrup

    jar of simple syrup with cocktail in background

    Many of these recipes call for simple syrup. You can make a batch of your own simple syrup using our easy simple syrup recipe. It's SO easy, truly!

    🧊 Essential bar tools

    To make any of these delicious cocktails, you'll need just a few classic cocktail bar tools:

    • Champagne glasses - I prefer the tulip glasses to flutes.
    • Highball glasses - you can use highball glasses like these for some of the cocktails
    • Cocktail shaker - If you get a cocktail making set, you usually get the shaker, strainer, juicer, stirrer, and more.
    • Bitters - you'll find angostura bitters in many of these cocktails

    🍽 New Year's Eve appetizer recipes

    To go with these celebratory cocktails, consider making one or more of these delicious appetizers. Perfect appetizers to go with a great cocktail at your next party!

    • Curry Chicken Salad with Grapes
    • Marinated Feta Cheese
    • Bacon Wrapped Dates Stuffed with Goat Cheese
    • Smoked Salmon Artichoke Dip
    • Gougere Bites (Dairy-Free Cheese Puffs)
    • Meatballs with Romesco Sauce
    • Antipasto Skewers
    • Crostini with Ricotta and Berries
    • Cranberry Meatballs

    Hope you all have a happy, fun, and safe New Year's Eve celebration! Please remember to drink responsibly. Plan ahead to have an Uber, Lyft, taxi, or a sober friend as a designated driver to take you to and from your NYE festivities.

    Did you make any of these recipes? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating and comment below letting us know which one you made and how it turned out. Thank you!

    More cocktail recipes

    • Airmail Cocktail
    • Melon Cocktail: Cantaloupe Margaritas
    • Watermelon Mimosas
    • Champagne Margarita

    This post was first published December 26, 2018. It was updated and republished December 28, 2020, with additional New Year's cocktails, photos, and details.

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      1. Zar Santos says

        January 08, 2019 at 1:42 am

        I'm so intrigued with that Blood orange gin and tonic. Would love to try it soon!

        Reply
      2. Matt D. says

        December 28, 2018 at 10:57 pm

        You said it. Silly New Year’s Eve programs and delicious New Year’s Eve Cocktails are a must. On second thought, no alcohol for me. So Mocktails it is.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:54 pm

          Nothing wrong with that! I hope you had a great holiday!

      3. Nathalia says

        December 28, 2018 at 11:49 am

        Wow, so many lovely and unexpected options! That rainbow sherbert champagne float is calling my name! :)

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        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:53 pm

          Thanks, Nathalia! :)

      4. Mommy Levy says

        December 27, 2018 at 7:18 pm

        I loooove this post, you gave me some ideas what drinks to serve this coming New Year's eve. Cheers!!!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:52 pm

          I'm so glad! Thank you!

      5. Luci says

        December 26, 2018 at 10:58 pm

        All those cocktails look fabulous. I take one one each please.

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:51 pm

          Right?! Cheers! LOL

      6. Kasey Ma says

        December 26, 2018 at 9:59 pm

        AHH, all of these look absolutely scrumptious! Such beautiful photos too :)

        Kasey
        TheStyleWright.com

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:50 pm

          Agreed! Thank you, Kasey!

      7. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

        December 26, 2018 at 9:27 pm

        Love all these beautiful options! And I loooooove the ones with the gold-rimmed glasses! Cheers!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:49 pm

          I do, too! So pretty!

      8. Geeky Daddy says

        December 26, 2018 at 8:14 pm

        Looking forward to trying the Winter Beer Sangria!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:46 pm

          Let me know how you like it! :)

      9. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says

        December 26, 2018 at 8:03 pm

        I want to try all the cocktails! Thank you for including my Kir! Happy New Year!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:45 pm

          Of course! Happy New Year to you as well! :)

      10. Amanda Yorton says

        December 26, 2018 at 7:08 pm

        I love a good cocktail when it comes to New Years Eve. Most nights if I want a drink, I just have a glass of wine but New Years Eve I have to have something special! I definitely want to try the Rainbow Sherbet Champagne Floats!

        Reply
        • Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

          January 04, 2019 at 6:44 pm

          Same here! I love celebrating with fun cocktails!

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