22 New Year’s Eve Cocktail Recipes Everyone Will Love

As the year comes to a close and we begin to toast to new adventures in the next, let me help you celebrate the New Year with some of my best and most festive New Year’s Eve Cocktails! Whether you are planning a dinner party or hosting brunch, I’ve got something for everyone! 

My Favorite New Year’s Eve Cocktail Recipes

Break out the bubbly and the booze we’ve made it through another year which means it’s time to celebrate! Whether you’re staying in or going out, pat yourself on the back and ring in the New Year in style with a tasty beverage. And lucky for you, I can help!

If you’re throwing a swanky dinner party you have got to check out my elegant Earl Grey Martini and divine Chocolate Martini, which are both delicious craft cocktails. Yet, if you want something a little more classic you can’t go wrong with a smooth Old Fashioned that is perfect for sipping or a refreshing Gin Fizz that is bursting with lemon flavor. And for New Year’s brunch, my Red Grapefruit and Basil Mimosas are light, fruity, and something special. However, if you really want to impress, my Pomegranate Elderflower Spritzers will steal the show. 

And if this year you’ve decided to spend the evening or day alone or just cuddled up to a loved one you can’t go wrong with a cozy warm whiskey drink like my Hot Toddy! So without further ado, here are 22 cocktail recipes to ring in your new year.

Aperol Spritz

A homemade Aperol Spritz is right around the corner for you! Made with just three ingredients, throw this refreshing cocktail together whenever you're craving something fresh and bubbly to sip.

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Paloma

This Paloma cocktail is definitely becoming the favorite drink of this summer! A refreshing combination of sweet and sour, with a fizzy flair and a gorgeous citrusy twist.

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Tom Collins

Citrus and gin. Does it get any more classic? A homemade Tom Collins cocktail is mere moments from gracing your hand! The hardest part is squeezing fresh lemon juice. You'll be sipping away in less than 5 minutes.

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Chocolate Martini

Can dessert get any better than this Chocolate Martini? Not in my books! Each sweet, rich, and velvety sip will have you craving more. Enjoy one after dinner as a great way to unwind and end the day in style.

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B52 Shot

This classic B52 Shot is perfect for a liquid dessert. Including detailed instructions, tips, and tricks for layering your shot, this stunning sweet treat is a great way to impress with minimal effort. Drink it on its own or mix this trio into a cup of coffee! You'll be so glad you did.

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Earl Grey Martini

This Earl Grey Martini will have you feeling like you're sat in a swanky cocktail bar in the comfort of your own home. Impress your guests with a liquid dessert, or even treat yourself at the end of a long day. Made with gin, fresh lemon juice, and, of course, earl grey tea.

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Negroni

This simple Negroni recipe is a simple and refreshing Italian cocktail made with 3 ingredients. Enjoy it with a bold dinner featuring salty meats or before as an aperitif!

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Whiskey Sour Recipe

This Whiskey Sour is a vibrant cocktail made with smooth bourbon whiskey and fresh lemon juice. Perfect as an accompaniment for a meal or to sip all on its own. This cocktail, made with 4 ingredients you'll already have at home, it's begging to fill your glass.

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Moscow Mule

Moscow Mule – Is there any cocktail more classic? A combination of fresh lime juice, bubbly and spicy ginger beer, and some silky smooth vodka results in the quintessential summer time sipper.

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Mulled Wine

Here's a recipe for a simple Mulled Wine that's sure to warm you during the holiday season! So if you're looking to party like it's 1899, nothing beats this traditional winter cocktail. 

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Mojito Recipe

Learn how to make this easy Mojito Recipe with a few fresh ingredients and simple steps! This citrusy cocktail is low in calories but big in flavor. Sit back, close your eyes, take a sip, and teleport to paradise!

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Grenadine Sunrise

This Grenadine Sunrise is a gorgeous and festive cocktail perfect for any occasion! Easy to make, sweet and delicious, made with Prosecco, Grand Marnier, brandy and Grenadine.

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Gin Fizz

This bubbly Gin Fizz cocktail is bursting with fresh lemon flavor and fizzy soda, perfectly sweetened with simple syrup.

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Daiquiri

Time to throw a fiesta with this recipe for homemade Daiquiri! Only 3 ingredients required, fresh lime, light rum, and a hint of sweetness. That's all you need to make this tropical favorite in the comfort of your own home.

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Old Fashioned Recipe

The classic Old Fashioned is curated with the perfect balance of strength from whiskey, sweetness, and bitters. Made so simply, this is a cocktail enjoyed far and wide! Even those who wince at a strong drink, will be shocked by how drinkable this silky smooth concoction is.

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Jello Shots

Does anything scream party more than Jello Shots? Not in my world! Made with vodka and any flavor of jello you love best. Using just 3 ingredients, this recipe couldn't get any easier. Whisk it, set it, and, after a few of these buzz-worthy treats, forget it.

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Gin and Tonic

One of the simplest and most classic cocktails: Gin and Tonic. With notes of juniper, citrus, and a hint of floral aroma, this refreshing two-ingredient cocktail is begging for a place in your hand.

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Dark and Stormy

This Dark and Stormy Cocktail is made with 3 ingredients poured over a glass of ice. This simple, refreshing, and spicy cocktail will be in your hand in 5 minutes or less! Pour, stir, sip, smile.

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Americano Cocktail

Americano Cocktail – Sweet vermouth, Campari, soda, and a hint of my own secret ingredient. This cocktail is bright, citrusy, and perfect as a summery treat at the end of the day. Simply mix the ingredients over ice and enjoy!

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Cosmopolitan Cocktail

This Cosmopolitan Cocktail recipe is a gorgeous and classy drink made with just 4 ingredients. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart! Turn your next night in up a notch with this easy drink.

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Manhattan Drink

Manhattan Drink – My take on the classic Manhattan cocktail. Includes bourbon, sweet vermouth and angostura bitters with notes of orange and cherry.

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Pomegranate Elderflower Spritzers

These crisp and refreshing Pomegranate Elderflower Spritzers are a perfect combination of sweet and floral. Not to mention, they are incredibly easy to make and look beautiful too!

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