We hope you have something special planned to ring in the New Year. Even a quiet evening celebrating at home calls for some bubbly! The next few pages feature some of our favorite champagne-based cocktails for your imbibing pleasure. Here's to a healthy, prosperous and joyous 2013!
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Champagne Julep
Kentucky meets Paris in this refreshing Champagne Julep. Photo: Danielle Scott
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Champagne Cocktail
This is the classic Champagne Cocktail from the Metropolitan Hotel in New York City circa 1935. Photo: Dinner Series
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Pomegranate Champagne Fizz
Gin and elderflower add a wonderful flavor to this festive and tasty Pomegranate Champagne Fizz cocktail. Photo: Bethany L. King
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Champagne Martini
Two part champers, one part Cointreau. Easy! Photo: Peter
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Kir Royale
We simply love this classic Crème de Cassis-based cocktail for any celebration! Photo: Toolmatim
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French 75
The French 75 is an intoxicating champagne cocktail named after a French 75-millimeter gun used in World War I. Debates abound as to whether it is a French creation or American. Rumor has it the champagne version was introduced at Harry's New York Bar in Paris in 1925. Photo: mccun934
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Douglas Fir Sparkletini
Our friend, master mixologist Kathy Casey, whipped up this fabulous foresty concoction for us one wintery evening at the Sorrento Hotel in Seattle. It's a truly beautiful blend of Douglas fur-infused gin, champagne and cranberry juice.
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Poinsettia Cocktail
Cousin of the Mimosa, this festive cocktail from Diethood is a blend of cranberry juice, champers, and a splash of Cointreau.
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Sparkling Pomegranate Ginger Cocktail
Active Foodie created this flavorful and tasty concoction of pomegranate liquor, ginger syrup, candied ginger pieces and champagne.
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D'Artagnan Cocktail
This classic cocktail is one of the few that specifically calls for Armagnac brandy. For a classic look serve in a champagne coupe. Photo: Editor B Click here for more Cocktail ideas. Looking for some tasty appetizers to serve at your New Year's fête? Look here!