24 Sparkling co*cktail Recipes for a Bubbly New Year's Eve (2024)

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Ring in the New Year with our favorite recipes for festively fizzy sparkling co*cktails.

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It's always fun to ring in the New Year with a glass of bubbly. If you're celebrating with just a few other people, it might be worth busting out a fancy bottle of Champagne—or the best Cava, or Prosecco. But good sparkling wine in large quantities can get expensive quickly, so if you're hosting a party, you might want a way to stretch your supply.

That's where sparkling co*cktails come in. Once you cut the wine with booze and mixers, there's little detectable difference between an expensive bottle and a cheap one, and the pop and fizz are just as festive. To toast the New Year with delicious drinks that won't break the bank, check out 24 of our favorite sparkling co*cktail recipes below, including a classic French 75 (and several variations), a bittersweet Negroni Sbagliato, and unusual bubbly takes on traditional drinks like the Jungle Bird and Caipirinha.

  • French 75

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    This classic drink is, without a doubt, the most elegant co*cktail to ever be named after a piece of heavy artillery. It's made by combining sparkling wine with herbal gin, tart lemon juice, and a little sugar, for a drink that's perfectly balanced—the proportions of liquor and sugar make it just strong and sweet enough.

    French 75

  • Silver Daisy (Sparkling Rum co*cktail)

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    If you're in the mood to change things up this New Year's, the French 75 is ripe for variation, as this recipe (and a number of the ones that follow) proves. With its blend of lightly aged rum, freshly squeezed lime juice, and orange curaçao, this slightly tiki-inspired version will take you out of the cold grip of winter and momentarily transport you to a tropical island. A couple of drops of Angostura bitters gives the drink just a touch of spice.

    Silver Daisy (Sparkling Rum co*cktail)

  • A Minnesota Good-Bye (Cranberry French 75)

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    This recipe takes a little more effort than a typical French 75, but the results are worth it. We start with sparkling wine, gin, and grapefruit juice, then add a homemade spiced cherry cordial flavored with cinnamon, star anise, cardamom, and cloves. The cordial can be made several weeks in advance, and you'll likely have some left over. It's great served with club soda and a squeeze of citrus juice for a nonalcoholic refresher.

    A Minnesota Good-Bye (Cranberry French 75)

  • Pomegranate Rouge

    Inspired by the classicFrench 75, this co*cktail is fizzy, pleasantly sweet, slightly spiced, and refreshingly tart. It's made with pomegranate simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, sparkling wine, and Lillet Rouge—all of which scream winter in the best way possible.

    Pomegranate Rouge

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  • Bellissimo Aceto (Lambrusco-Amaro co*cktail)

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    There's more to sparkling wine than the most common white varieties, like Champagne and Prosecco. This French 75 twist makes use of a well-known red variant: Lambrusco. To complement the wine's bold, fruity flavor, we turn to caramelly, bittersweet Amaro Lucano, fresh mint, and just a dash of white balsamic vinegar for tartness.

    Bellissimo Aceto (Lambrusco-Amaro co*cktail)

  • Salzburg 75 (Grapefruit Radler French 75 Variation)

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    This drink is more of a departure from a traditional French 75 than its cousins above, as it isn't made with wine at all. Instead, we use Austrian Stiegl-Radler Grapefruit, a canned beer-and-grapefruit-soda combination. The light radler is kicked up with gin and lemon juice to make an incredibly refreshing co*cktail, one that's as tasty at brunch any time of year as it is on New Year's Eve.

    Salzburg 75 (Grapefruit Radler French 75 Variation)

  • Tangy Cranberry–Black Pepper Shrub co*cktail

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    If you're committed to drinking until (at least) midnight on New Year's, then it's a good idea to pace yourself with lighter concoctions. This co*cktail, for instance, doesn't contain any hard liquor—we mix the sparkling wine with a sweet-tart cranberry–black pepper shrub instead. The drink is well suited to entertaining, since the shrub can be made far in advance.

    Tangy Cranberry–Black Pepper Shrub co*cktail

  • Sparkling Lemon-Suze Pitcher co*cktail

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    Suze is a floral, citrusy, bittersweet French aperitif that's perfect for fans of Lillet. Mixed with sparkling wine and a lemon-sage syrup, it's another light co*cktail that won't knock you out before midnight arrives. The syrup can be made up to a week in advance and can be mixed with the Suze on the 30th, minimizing the work you'll have to do on New Year's Eve.

    Sparkling Lemon-Suze Pitcher co*cktail

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  • Sparkling Apple Sherry co*cktail

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    This one's for the true apple lovers—it combines apple brandy and muddled fresh apples with nutty oloroso sherry and citrusy Mandarine Napoléon liqueur. (Mandarine Napoléon probably isn't a standard part of your home bar, so feel free to substitute it with Grand Marnier.) The drink gets topped off with a few ounces of Prosecco.

    Sparkling Apple Sherry co*cktail

  • Negroni Sbagliato

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    Legend has it that the Negroni Sbagliato was invented when a bartender was making a Negroni and absent-mindedly reached for a bottle of sparkling wine instead of gin—sbagliato is the Italian word for "bungled" or "mistaken." The story sounds apocryphal to me, but that doesn't change the fact that sparkling wine is a lovely partner for Campari and vermouth.

    Negroni Sbagliato

  • Spiced Cranberry Rum Fizz

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    There's more to cranberry co*cktails than overly sweet Cosmos and vodka-cranberries. This (partly) make-ahead pitcher drink treats the fruit right, mixing tangy, unsweetened 100 percent cranberry juice with white rum. Orange zest and fresh ginger make the co*cktail taste a little like cranberry sauce (in a good way!) and the whole thing gets topped off with sparkling wine right before serving.

    Spiced Cranberry Rum Fizz

  • Sparkling Pomegranate Caipirinha

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    Brazil's answer to the daiquiri, the caipirinha swaps out rum in favor of cachaça and uses whole lime pieces instead of just lime juice. It's an intense co*cktail, one that we tame here slightly with pomegranate juice and fizzy sparkling wine, resulting in a pretty and festive drink for New Year's.

    Sparkling Pomegranate Caipirinha

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  • Chamomile and Tangerine Sparkling co*cktail for Two

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    I'm usually skeptical of floral co*cktails since badly made ones make me feel like I'm drinking perfume. This one, though, works wonderfully well. The herbal gin and floral chamomile are offset nicely by tangerine juice and tart white balsamic vinegar, and the addition of sparkling wine makes it just right for a party.

    Chamomile and Tangerine Sparkling co*cktail for Two

  • Charred-Lemon Gin Sparkler

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    Lemon juice is one of the most common co*cktail ingredients around, but I'm willing to bet you haven't had it like this. Searing lemons in a skillet gives them a much deeper flavor and tames their harsh bite. We like to combine this complex charred-lemon juice with woodsy rosemary and gin—go with something botanical-rich, like Botanivore from St. George Spirits.

    Charred-Lemon Gin Sparkler

  • Sparkling Grapefruit Sangria With Lillet Rosé

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    Sangria probably isn't the first drink you associate with winter, since most of the fruits you'd make it with are out of season this time of year. But grapefruit is at its prime right now, and who doesn't love sangria at a party? That's reason enough to try making this citrusy sangria with grapefruit juice, mint, and bittersweet Lillet Rosé topped off with Cava.

    Sparkling Grapefruit Sangria With Lillet Rosé

  • Plume

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    This drink looks a lot like a Negroni Sbagliato, with its combination of Prosecco, Campari, and sweet vermouth (or quinine-flavored Cocchi Rosa). But it comes into its own when you add a dash of absinthe, which gives it a subtle anise aroma. Besides the Prosecco, we add club soda for some extra effervescence.

    Plume

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  • Pop! Cider

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    This simple drink combines fresh apple cider, crisp Prosecco, and herbal, honeyed Bénédictine. The result is fruity but not too sweet, and it's super refreshing. Be sure to use a good-quality cider here—fresh and local is best.

    Pop! Cider

  • The Devereaux

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    The Devereaux also relies on the time-honored combination of sparkling wine and elderflower liqueur, but replaces the gin in the 23 Skiddoo with Bulleit bourbon. We also throw in a lemon's worth of juice to brighten it up, plus a standard simple syrup for sweetness.

    The Devereaux

  • Sparkling Jungle Bird

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    Made with Campari, rum, lime, and fresh pineapple, the Jungle Bird is a tiki classic. We give this bubbly variation a complex richness by roasting the pineapple, which we then infuse into aged rum, along with lime zest and juice. The infused rum is mixed with dark rum (yes, double the rum!) and Campari, then finished with a splash of sparkling wine.

    Sparkling Jungle Bird

  • Spike the Kiddie Table (Sparkling Cider Rum co*cktail)

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    This sweet, spiced co*cktail doesn't get its bubbles from any sort of wine or Champagne. Instead, aged rum is combined with apple cider (whether it's from the orchard, farmers market, or refrigerator aisle) and chilled sparkling apple cider. Garnishing the co*cktail with a star anise pod and an apple chip gives this simple yet delicious drink the flourish it needs to impress.

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  • Domo Arigato (Mezcal and Ginger co*cktail)

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    It may sound really out there to use sesame oil in a co*cktail, but this fantastic drink, created by Ran Duan of the Baldwin Bar at Sichuan Garden in Woburn, Massachusetts, turns out delicately spicy, tart, and just subtly savory. Fresh ginger juice and plain club soda keep the rich and smoky mezcal in check for a drink that's complex and refreshing.

    Domo Arigato (Mezcal and Ginger co*cktail)

  • Ratterwick Punch (Sparkling Gin, Aperol, and Grapefruit co*cktail)

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    This punch was created with warmer weather in mind, but it acts just as well as a low-ish alcohol holiday co*cktail. To make it, you'll combine gin, fresh grapefruit juice, Aperol, and sparkling wine, for a drink that is gently bitter, and perfectly refreshing. Plus, it's a big-batch recipe, designed to serve a large and thirsty holiday crowd.

    Ratterwick Punch (Sparkling Gin, Aperol, and Grapefruit co*cktail)

  • Two Turtledoves co*cktail

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    This bright and easy drink is light enough that you can have two before your relatives arrive, and still have wine with dinner. The co*cktail combines the aperitif wine Lilllet with lemon, rosemary-infused honey, and sparkling wine.

    Two Turtledoves co*cktail

  • Portmanteau co*cktail

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    We love a good Aperol spritz as much as anyone, but when the holidays (and cold weather) come around, we want something a little richer and more warming to sip on. That's where this gently sweet mixture of pomegranate juice, ruby port, and bitters comes in. With a splash of sparkling wine to finish off each glass, this drink manages to be both satisfying and light.

    Portmanteau co*cktail

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FAQs

What is the traditional drink for New Year? ›

A bottle of sparkling wine is always appropriate for New Year's Eve, but a fun co*cktail will make a party (or night in!) feel even more grand. There are a few approaches you can take here: You can mix up a signature sparkling drink with that bottle of bubbly or make freezer Martinis or festive punches in advance.

What is a bubbly alcoholic drink? ›

Champagne, sparkling wine, prosecco, muscato, I love it all. It's great for brunch, co*cktail parties, dessert, everything! and here are 10 recipes to thrill and delight you and your guests!

How to make a sparkly drink? ›

To make your co*cktail sparkle, simply add a pinch of co*cktail glitter or luster dust and stir it or shake it up with the rest of the recipe ingredients.

What is the most popular drink consumed on new year's Eve? ›

According to research done by WalletHub, 360 million glasses of champagne or sparkling wine are consumed on New Year's Eve alone.

What alcohol is served on new year's Eve? ›

Champagne co*cktails, hot buttered rum, mulled wine, cranberry, pomegranate, and eggnog drinks.

What alcohol goes well with bubbly? ›

Five of the Best Spirits you can Mix with Champagne
  • Vodka. One of the most popular spirits that is added to Champagne co*cktails with popular options including Blue Champagne, Aqua Marina and Liberty Blue Champagne – There is even a co*cktail named James Bond!
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  • Gin. ...
  • Rum.
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What are examples of bubbly drinks? ›

Carbonated drinks can come in a variety of flavors and forms, including soft drinks, soda pop, sparkling water, seltzer, tonic water, and more. These beverages are typically sweetened and flavored, making them a popular choice for quenching thirst or as an ingredient in mixed drinks and co*cktails.

Is sparkling and bubbly the same? ›

Sparkling wine is a generic term for bubbly wine and can be produced anywhere in the world. There are several methods for making sparkling wine, including the carbonation method, the tank method (or the Charmat method) as well as the traditional method.

How to make sparkling drinks at home? ›

The principle is that you can add lemon juice, vinegar, or citric acid to water, then pour a bit of baking soda in the container—and voilà! The acid in the water mixes with bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to create carbon dioxide gas. The generated bubbles of CO2 make the drink fizzy.

What is the sparkly alcohol? ›

This unique spirit is a shimmery combination of vodka, moscato and fruit flavors that form a sweet and tangy liqueur. It mixes well with various fruit juices and is even better with a brut Champagne.

How to make carbonated co*cktails? ›

Soda Siphon: One of the easiest ways to carbonate co*cktails is by using a soda siphon or a soda maker. These handy devices allow you to infuse your drinks with carbon dioxide by simply adding CO2 cartridges or using a built-in carbonation system.

What is vodka and sparkling water called? ›

The simple combination is light, safe and easy to drink, a perfect choice for anyone who wants a little kick without the added sugar or intense flavors present in many other co*cktails. The Vodka Soda is often ordered by people looking for a healthier option when they drink, and there's certainly no shame in that.

What alcohol goes best with LaCroix? ›

The Best Ways to Booze Up Your LaCroix
  • Cherry Lime & Vodka.
  • Passionfruit & Rum.
  • Gin & Tonic & LaCroix.
  • Tangerine Aperol Spritz.
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Can you mix bubbly with alcohol? ›

Is it safe to drink alcohol mixed with carbonated beverages? It is safe to drink alcohol mixed with carbonated beverages as long as you're doing so in moderation. While you may feel drunk faster after indulging in alcohol with carbonated mixers, it doesn't mean you'll stay that way.

What should I drink for the new year? ›

New Year's Eve co*cktail recipes
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  • Spiced clementine mulled whisky. A star rating of 5 out of 5. ...
  • Festive rum & ginger punch. ...
  • Cranberry whiskey sour. ...
  • App onlyRamos gin fizz. ...
  • Pomegranate martini mocktail. ...
  • Apple spritz.

What should I drink on new year's Day for good luck? ›

Instructions. Add absinthe and Midori to champagne flute. Arrange lemon peel in glass. Top with prosecco.

What is the most common ritual on new year's Eve? ›

Although much of the world festively rings in the new year each December 31, we don't all celebrate the same way. In the United States, we all know the traditions: the ball drop at Times Square, sharing a kiss with a loved one at the stroke of midnight, and countless amounts of fireworks.

Why do we drink on new year's Eve? ›

The tradition of drinking champagne on New Year's dates back to the 17th century when wealthy French citizens would drink champagne as a symbol of prosperity. This tradition has been carried on ever since by wine aficionados and party-throwers alike.

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