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When the clock strikes midnight, you can't go wrong with popping open a bottle of champagne. But this year, you might want to try something different for a change. Enter: these fun and creative New Year's Eve drinks! Sure, some of these drinks include the bubbly, including champagne cocktails like the French 75 or pomegranate sparklers. But others are great for tequila fans, bourbon drinkers, or even those looking for a seasonal sangria.
Of course, you don't have to be hosting a blow-out bash to make one of these New Year's Eve cocktail recipes. There are plenty of winter drinks, including hot drinks like mulled cider with bourbon or hot buttered rum, that are great for a cozy night in watching the ball drop on TV. Looking for a drink with a boost of caffeine? We get it—staying up till midnight isn't so easy anymore! That's where the espresso martini will come in handy.
You'll also find some mocktails for the kiddos and the non-drinkers to join in on the celebration. Serve them up with some New Year's cookies and you'll make the last night of the year one to remember. Any of these drinks would be perfect for a New Year's Eve party or even just saying "cheers" for your New Year's toast, so shake 'em up and get ready for the most spirited 2026 no matter how you choose to celebrate!
Christmas Margarita
This snowy-looking cocktail will certainly get you in a festive mood. And don't worry about the name―technically, New Year's Eve is one of the 12 days of Christmas, so drink up!
Get the Christmas Margarita recipe.
Cosmopolitan Cocktail
Some cocktails are just more fun when enjoyed with friends, and isn't celebrating a new year the perfect excuse? Cosmos, with their sweet-tart flavor and pretty pink hue, always please a crowd.
Get the Cosmopolitan Cocktail recipe.
Sugar Cookie Martini
Part cocktail and part dessert, this sweet concoction will have everyone excited to sip until the ball drops. A sparkling sprinkle rim is a celebration all in itself!
Get the Sugar Cookie Martini recipe.
Peppermint Martini
During the holiday season, there's always an abundance of peppermint candies around. Why not make a festive drink with the same flavors and gorgeously garnish them?
Get the Peppermint Martini recipe.
Mistletoe Martini
You're gonna smooch at midnight anyway, so why not give this mistletoe garnish a go? The cranberry and elderflower combo is part sweet, part tart, and just a little bit floral.
Get the Mistletoe Martini recipe.
Champagne Punch
If it's got champagne in the name, you know it's perfect for NYE! It has a bright, bubbly flavor that you can make even boozier by adding an extra bottle of wine. Plus, the light pink color will look so good sitting in a bowl on your table!
Get the Champagne Punch recipe.
Pomegranate Martini
Pomegranates are in season during winter, which means this ruby-hued cocktail is going to taste better than ever at your event to ring in the new year. The blend of sweet, citrusy, and tart flavors can really shine when paired with a neutral spirit like vodka.
Get the Pomegranate Martini recipe.
Cranberry Margarita
There's no need to wait for summer to enjoy a nice margarita! This seasonal, jewel-toned beauty is just the right balance of tart and sweet thanks to ingredients like honey simple syrup, lime juice, and cranberry juice cocktail and can be made in a big batch ahead of a party.
Get the Cranberry Margarita recipe.
Cranberry Martini
This time of year is perfect for anything made with ginger and cranberries. The seasonal flavors will add a punch to these festive vodka-based martinis.
Get the Cranberry Martini recipe.
Mulled Cider with Bourbon
When it's cold outside, you deserve to be extra warm inside. Spicing (and spiking!) up apple cider will make a tasty drink that will keep you cozy all night long.
Get Ree's Mulled Cider with Bourbon recipe.
Cranberry Mimosa
Whether you serve it for New Year's brunch or a New Year's Eve party, this bubbly drink is sure to be a hit. The orange twist garnish is an easy way to make it feel even fancier.
Get the Cranberry Mimosa recipe.
Hot Buttered Rum
Warm up from the chilly winter weather with this hot cocktail made with spiced dark rum. It starts with a spiced butter mixture made ahead of time. Then, all you need to do is top it with hot water and rum when it's time to party.
Get the Hot Buttered Rum recipe.
Sparkling Margarita
The only thing more festive than a margarita is one topped with champagne! It's a fun and bubbly twist on the classic tequila-based drink.
Get the Sparkling Margarita recipe.
Espresso Martini
You don't have to worry about falling asleep before the clock strikes midnight with this New Year's Eve drink. It's made with a jolt of caffeine that any coffee lover will appreciate.
Get the Espresso Martini recipe.
Chocolate Martini
Here's a sweet way to ring in the New Year: chocolate martinis! The dessert-like drink is ultra decadent.
Get the Chocolate Martini recipe.
Sidecar Cocktail
A bright and shiny drink is just what you need for a bright and shiny new year! This one is made with orange liqueur and lemon juice so it's sweet and citrusy, too.
Get the Sidecar Cocktail recipe.
Cranberry Thyme Gin and Tonic
Before the holiday season comes to an end, sip on this seasonal drink made with cranberry juice and fresh thyme. It's a fun, wintry twist on a classic cocktail.
Get the Cranberry Thyme Gin and Tonic recipe.
French 75 Cocktail
Nothing says New Year's Eve more than some bubbly. This old school cocktail is made with gin, lemon, and sparkling wine. It's the perfect party drink!
Get the French 75 Cocktail recipe.
Pomegranate Margarita
Tequila fans at your party are going to love this wintery version of a classic margarita. It's made with pomegranate juice and sweetened with a little maple syrup.
Get the Pomegranate Margarita recipe.
Pomegranate Sparklers
This light and fruity combination of pomegranate juice and sparkling wine is the prettiest way to kick off the new year!
Get Ree's Pomegranate Sparklers recipe.
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