{"id":7951,"date":"2020-12-27T09:50:18","date_gmt":"2020-12-27T14:50:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/?p=7951"},"modified":"2020-12-27T09:50:18","modified_gmt":"2020-12-27T14:50:18","slug":"5-tasty-and-festive-cocktails-to-ring-in-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/5-tasty-and-festive-cocktails-to-ring-in-the-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tasty and festive cocktails to ring in the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As we prepare to ring in a new year, many people can\u2019t wait to say goodbye to a very strange year. Whether you will be gathering with a small group or relaxing on the couch, one thing we can all agree on is that a cocktail in hand is a very fitting way to bid adieu to the challenges we have faced this year.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve got 5 must-try libations perfect for the anticipation of better things to come. We hope you join us in a toast as we kick 2020 to the curb and welcome new beginnings and a fresh start.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Poinsettia Fizz<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-7953\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Poinsettia-Fizz-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"Poinsettia Fizz\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Poinsettia-Fizz-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Poinsettia-Fizz.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Champagne is a staple for many New Year\u2019s celebrations but you don\u2019t have to settle for just a glass of bubbly. This 3-ingredient cocktail gives you the wonderful fizz we like from champagne, tart flavor from cranberry juice, and a boozy sweet kick from Gran Marnier. You\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 to 2\u00a0ounces\u00a0cranberry juice<\/li>\n<li>1\u00a0ounce\u00a0Grand Marnier (or orange liqueur)<\/li>\n<li>Champagne or Prosecco, chilled<\/li>\n<li>Fresh cranberries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Fill a Champagne glass with 1 to 2 ounces cranberry juice and 1 ounce Grand Marnier. Top with Champagne or Prosecco and garnish with cranberries.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Cider Sidecar<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-7954\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cider-Sidecar-300x246.jpg\" alt=\"Cider Sidecar\" width=\"300\" height=\"246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cider-Sidecar-300x246.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cider-Sidecar.jpg 599w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The ultimate winter cocktail, Cognac, Cointreau, and apple cider are a delicious combination perfect for sitting around the fireplace and watching the countdown. Top it with just a splash of Champagne for an extra fancy twist.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 oz.\u00a0fresh apple cider<\/li>\n<li>2 oz.\u00a0cognac<\/li>\n<li>1 oz.\u00a0Cointreau<\/li>\n<li>1 oz.\u00a0fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n<li>A strip of lemon zest and brandied cherries, for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Place cider, cognac, Cointreau, and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake until 20 to 30 seconds until the shaker is frosty. Strain into a martini glass and top with zest and brandied cherries. Top with a splash of Champagne if desired.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Pineapple Margarita Sparklers<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-7955\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pineapple-Margarita-Sparkler-300x209.jpg\" alt=\"Pineapple Margarita Sparkler\" width=\"300\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pineapple-Margarita-Sparkler-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pineapple-Margarita-Sparkler-624x434.jpg 624w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Pineapple-Margarita-Sparkler.jpg 697w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sweet and salty with just a little kick, this extra sparkly Margarita will transport you to a tropical island for your New Year\u2019s countdown.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1cup\u00a0fresh pineapple chunks<\/li>\n<li>1cup\u00a0fresh lime juice<\/li>\n<li>1\/4cup\u00a0fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n<li>1cup\u00a0silver tequila<\/li>\n<li>1\/2cup\u00a0Grand Marnier\u00a0(orange liqueur)<\/li>\n<li>1bottle (750 ml)\u00a0champagne<\/li>\n<li>fresh mint, for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In a blender, combine pineapple, lime and lemon juice, and pulse to combine. Strain into a pitcher and add the tequila and\u00a0Grand Marnier. Chill until ready to serve.<\/p>\n<p>Just before serving, add the champagne then rim glasses with lime and then chili salt. Pour drinks in glasses and garnish with fresh or grilled pineapple slices and mint.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Chipotle Chili Salt<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1\/4cup\u00a0kosher or margarita salt<\/li>\n<li>1teaspoon\u00a0chipotle chili powder (if you can\u2019t find it, just mix equal parts of chipotle powder and chili powder)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>On a shallow plate, combine the salt and chili powder.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Classic Martini<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-7956\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Martini-300x206.jpeg\" alt=\"Martini\" width=\"300\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Martini-300x206.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Martini.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sometimes foregoing the fancy cocktails and sticking to a classic standard is the best way to remember simpler times. This recipe is shaken \u2013 not stirred.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>5 ounces vodka or gin<\/li>\n<li>.5 ounces dry vermouth<\/li>\n<li>Olive or lemon twist for garnish<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pour ice, vodka or gin, and vermouth into a glass shaker. Shake and pour into a martini glass. Garnish with olives or lemon twist. Like it dirty? Add olive juice to taste and garnish with stuffed olives instead of lemon.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Boozy Hot Chocolate Buffet with Charcuterie Board<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-7957\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cocoa-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Cocoa\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cocoa-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cocoa-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thepajamacompany.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Cocoa-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If it\u2019s your sweet tooth that needs satisfying this New Year\u2019s Eve, we\u2019ve got just the ticket. Many Liqueurs\u2019 or cream-based liquors mix great with hot chocolate so there is no recipe here. It\u2019s the dress-up part that\u2019s where the creativity comes. A Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board allows people to pick their own poisons. There is no right or wrong here. Have fun with it. Some ideas include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A variety of alcohol choices like Baileys, Peppermint Schnapps, Frangelico, and Rum Chata (and\/or whatever you like)<\/li>\n<li>Crushed candy canes, mini marshmallows, colorful sprinkles, whipped cream, white and dark chocolate pieces, caramel sauce or caramel candies, buttermint candies crumbled cookies (such as Oreos, pirouettes, or shortbread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to have a way to keep the cocoa hot!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>From all of us at Pajama Company, Cheers to you! Happy New Year!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As we prepare to ring in a new year, many people can\u2019t wait to say goodbye to a very strange year. 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