A New Year’s Eve wedding is the perfect opportunity to blend elegance, celebration, and a little bit of fun, especially when it comes to your drink menu! Whether you’re popping champagne or serving up cocktails, here’s how to create a drink experience that’ll have your guests toasting all night long.
1. Pop, Fizz, Clink! Champagne Time
A Toast to New Beginnings…
Champagne is a must at a New Year’s wedding. From the first toast to the midnight countdown, bubbly is a must! Go classic with a champagne toast at midnight, or mix it up with a signature champagne cocktail like a French 75 or Poinsettia (champagne + cranberry juice + orange liqueur).
- Tip: Don’t forget to have a variety—Prosecco, Brut Champagne, and Cava give your guests options.
2. Spice Up Your New Year with a Spicy Margarita
Fiery, Fun, and Full of Flavour…
If you love a bit of heat, serve up some Spicy Margaritas. Tequila, lime, and a kick of jalapeño make for a bold cocktail. You can even add a smoky twist with Mezcal instead of tequila.
- Tip: Rim the glass with chili salt for an extra zing!
3. Espresso Yourself: The Cocktail That Keeps the Party Going
Keep the Party Buzzing…
Need a pick-me-up as you dance into the new year? Espresso Martinis are the perfect combo of caffeine and alcohol to keep the energy high! Vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, and a few coffee beans make this cocktail a hit.
- Tip: Make sure to keep the coffee strong—this is no time for weak brews!
4. Cosmopolitan: The Cocktail That’s Always in Vogue
Timelessly chic, effortlessly stylish, and always a crowd-pleaser…
The Cosmopolitan is the perfect cocktail for a timeless, fashionable wedding. This bright, bold drink combines vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and a splash of lime to create a refreshing and stylish sip. Whether you’re serving it as a signature drink or offering it as a classic option, the Cosmo adds a touch of glam to any New Year’s Eve celebration.
- Tip: Serve your Cosmopolitans in sleek martini glasses and garnish with a twist of lime or a floating cranberry for an elegant touch. If you want to kick things up a notch, try a Sparkling Cosmo by topping it with a splash of Prosecco for a bit of fizz!
5. No Booze, No Problem: Mocktails for All
Cheers Without the Buzz…
Not everyone wants to drink alcohol, and that’s totally okay. Keep your non-drinkers (or designated drivers) in mind with a few delicious mocktail options. A Virgin Mojito (mint, lime, soda) or Sparkling Cranberry Lemonade (cranberry juice, soda, and lime) will keep the celebrations going without the buzz.
- Tip: Make sure to give these drinks as much flair as your cocktails—think fun glassware and colorful garnishes.
