This week we want to get you ready to have a festive and toast-worthy New Years Eve. We’ve found some creative libations to make ringing in the new year a little sweeter. From a minty martini to a uniquely fizzy concoction of Guinness and champagne, now you and your guests can sip and savor your way straight into 2011.
- Cranberry-Lime Bellinis from Smells Like Home provide a creative outlet for leftover cranberries from your holiday table (pictured above).
- A Vanilla-Peppermint Martini from Muy Bueno Cookbook calls for both fresh mint and crushed candy canes, making it perfect if you plan to ring in the new year with a kiss.
- Pomegranate juice and elderflower liquor kick up the flavor of The Châtelaine from The Merry Gourmet.
- A creative duo of Guinness and champagne make The Black Velvet from The New York Times both bubbly and simple.
- Sparkling Pepper-Berry Cocktails from Apple A Day add a spicy kick to your celebration.
- Apple brandy, grenadine and a lime twist are all it takes to whip up the The Jack Rose from Cafe Lynnylu.
- The Vaina Cocktail from Andrea’s Recipes is a traditional Chilean belnded cocktail of cognac and crème de cacao topped off with a pinch of cinnamon.
- Gin Punch with Cherries from Lost Past Remembered is a sweet and sour combination with cherries and a touch of almond extract.
- Pomegranate-Grapefruit Champagne Sparklers from Hungry Cravings are the perfect way to toast to 2011.
- Tequila and mole add a unique Mexican flavor to the Cielo de Jalisco cocktail from Umami Mart.
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