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By Madison Flager and Dora Villarosa

Dec 20, 2021

Erika LaPresto

You can't count down to New Year's without a drink in your hand. Whether you're a champagne, tequila, vodka, whiskey, or wine fan, we've got a drink for you. Need some food to go with all that booze? Yes, you do. Make some of these New Year's Eve party foods, appetizers, and foods for good luck (certainly can't hurt!). Of course, not every drink has to be boozy. Check out our amazing mocktails, too.

Floats, Milkshake, Straw, Food, Drinking straw, Sprinkles, Drink, Frozen dessert, Sundae, Cream,

Brandon Bales

Confetti Champagne

Look at that Pop Rocks rim.

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Erik Bernstein

Cranberry Orange Whiskey Sour

We crave cranberry cocktails all winter long and this is our go-to cocktail this holiday season. It's warm and spicy from the whiskey and ginger beer, but refreshing and tart from the cranberry and citrus. The perfect cocktail combo.

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Ethan Calabrese

Champagne Margaritas

This margarita gets a festive boost with the addition of your favorite bubbly.

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EMILY HLAVAC GREEN

Drunk Jack Frosties

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.

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Ethan Calabrese

Giggle Juice

Because there's always something to laugh about on NYE.

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Tiramisu White Russians

Somewhere between cocktail and dessert, this Italian-influenced White Russian is hard to resist. Looking for a festive upgrade? A dash of orange bitters, a pinch of ground cinnamon, or some fresh nutmeg shavings add another dimension to this decadent drink.

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Erik Bernstein

Espresso Martini

You won't have trouble making it to midnight. The Espresso Martini is the perfect way to get a little buzzed while also getting a bit perked up.

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Drink, Food, Mint julep, Mojito, Lime, Ingredient, Mint, Moscow mule, Juice, Cocktail,

Parker Feierbach

Moscow Mules

Impress your friends with this trendy and refreshing cocktail.

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Emily Hlavac Green

Classic Martini

Make like James Bond and shake it, no stirring.

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Drink, Martini glass, Alcoholic beverage, Non-alcoholic beverage, Distilled beverage, Classic cocktail, Cocktail, Food, Liqueur, Champagne stemware,

Brad Holland

Peppermintinis

The perfect way to use up any leftover candy canes.

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Erika LaPresto

Gingerbread Eggnog White Russian

Everyone's favorite holiday drink gets boozy and a little spicy.

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Lucy Schaeffer

Nutty Irishman

We are absolutely nuts for this hazelnut-flavored holiday cocktail.

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Parker Feierbach

Peppermint Bark Mimosas

Truly the BEST way to use up leftover candy canes.

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EMILY HLAVAC GREEN

Crock-Pot Red Wine Hot Cocoa

You've got plenty to do! Let your Crock-Pot make the drinks.

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Chelsea Lupkin

Drunken Peanut Butter Cups

Reese's fans will legit freak out over these chocolatey cocktails.

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Charlie Gillette

Sugar Cookie Martinis

Who says the festivities have to end December 26? Red and green sprinkles make this NYE cocktail merry and bright.

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Jon Boulton

Snowflake Martini

Make NYE truly cool with these snow-inspired drinks.

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Charlie Gillette

Moscow Mule Punch

This is how you make Moscow Mules for a crowd.

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Brandon Bales

Mistletoe Margaritas

Perfect for coordinating a New Year's kiss 😉

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Food, Drink, Paloma, Juice, Ingredient, Greyhound, Grapefruit, Non-alcoholic beverage, Margarita, Lime,

Ethan Calabrese

Sparkling Pear-Prosecco Punch

The prettiest party punch we've ever seen.

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Jingle Juice

Keep the holiday spirit around a little longer.

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Chelsea Lupkin

Mimosa Floats

The most colorful way to drink Champagne!

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Drink, Juice, Food, Non-alcoholic beverage, Cocktail, Alcoholic beverage, Paloma, Bellini, Grapefruit, Ingredient,

Ethan Calabrese

Grapefruit Mimosas

Fact: the winter citrus is served best with bubbly. This mimosa has a chic pastel rim from light pink sanding sugar.

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Food, Whipped cream, Non-alcoholic beverage, Drink, Milkshake, Floats, Cream, Dish, Hot chocolate, Ingredient,

Brandon Bales

Rumchata Hot Cocoa

Celebrating somewhere cold? This boozy hot cocoa will warm you up.

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Jon Boulton

Apple Cider Old Fashioneds

Whiskey fans will be happy to see this on the drinks table.

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Cranberry Mules

Don't skip out on the cranberry garnish!

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