atery cocktails don't pass muster at your NYE party, especially not when we are in the midst of enjoying a renaissance of handcrafted classics. Here are a few cocktails that will keep everyone suspended in that perfect state — buzzed and energized! After all, most parties don’t get started until midnight. And if you’re no Martha Stewart and would rather be on the dance floor than fixing drinks, break the cycle this year with classic but easy cocktails.

Try to stick with one type of alcohol. Mixing more than one or two different types over-taxes your liver with congeners. Don't forget to brush up on some toasts! You never know what occasion you may have to dazzle them with your wit.


The Bubbly Bombay
This Champagne Cocktail needs focus on the parts measurements, that being BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin and Peach Schnapps. Those who drink Champagne cocktails rarely drink anything else, and they know their drink. It is the mere addition of the Champagne that makes this a Gibson classic martini.
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Kir Royale
The French street term for kir is rince cochon. Believe it or not, that is a term of endearment. Cassis offers a interesting set of flavours to pin down. Cassis also possesses an aroma of sweet earthiness and stewed plums or very ripe black cherries. However, it is not sweet on the tongue.
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Mimosa
With Champagne and Orange Juice, The Champagne mimosa is a classic drink for New Year’s Eve or for fun breakfasts, especially breakfast in bed. Treat yourself or a loved one to this classic drink! Garnish with an orange wedge
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The French 75
It became popular during World War 1 as the drink of returning fighter pilots. Celebrating their safe return pilots would toast their fallen comrades with the French 75. Harry MacElhone created the French 75 in 1925 and was named after the 75-field gun used by the French army during World War 1.
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Champagne Cocktail
You don't have to spend a fortune to entertain this season. Think about the number of guests, and the 'event' - a cocktail party is cheaper than hosting a Sunday brunch, but more expensive than a small dinner party. Get creative with the presentation - like with the Champagne King - and have fun!
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Pierce Brosnan Martini
When Cole Porter sang “I get no kick from champagne,” he may have been rambling on about all the wimpy stand-ins trying to pass as the refined, bitter-tinged legend. Adapted from a recipe created for Pierce Brosnan by Salvador Calabrese at the The Lanesborough Hotel in London.
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The Bubbly Bombay
The Bubbly Bombay needs focus on the parts measurements. Those who drink Champagne cocktails rarely drink anything else, and they know their drink. It is the mere addition of the Champagne that makes this a Gibson, hence classic martini.
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