As the holiday season comes to a close, there’s no better way to bid farewell to the festivities than with one last round of beautifully crafted drinks. Whether you’re savoring the lingering moments of celebration or opting for a fresh start on January 1st, we’ve got you covered with a trio of tantalizing beverages – including a vibrant mocktail for those choosing a lighter path.

Mezcal Paloma:

Ingredients:

• Rim your glass with Tajin
• 1.5 oz grapefruit juice
• ½ oz lime juice
• ½ oz agave syrup
• 1.5 oz mezcal
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Rim your glass with Tajin for a spicy kick.
2. In a shaker, combine grapefruit juice, lime juice, agave syrup, and mezcal.
3. Shake well and strain the mixture into your prepared glass over ice.
4. Give it a gentle stir, and voilà – the Mezcal Paloma, a perfect blend of smoky and citrusy notes to savor one more time.

Apple Cider Mimosas:

Ingredients:

• Chilled apple cider
• Sparkling wine or champagne
• Apple slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill half of your champagne flute with chilled apple cider.
2. Top it off with your favorite sparkling wine or champagne.
3. Garnish with apple slices for a festive touch.
4. Enjoy the crisp and bubbly goodness of an Apple Cider Mimosa, a delightful twist to the classic mimosa.

Blood Orange and Grapefruit Mocktail:

For those opting for a non-alcoholic option, indulge in the rich flavors and deep red hues of a Blood Orange and Grapefruit Mocktail.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz blood orange juice
• 1 oz grapefruit juice
• Tonic water or soda
• Sliced blood orange and grapefruit for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a glass, combine blood orange juice and grapefruit juice.
2. Add tonic water or soda to your liking for effervescence.
3. Garnish with slices of blood orange and grapefruit.
4. Raise a toast to a refreshing and visually stunning mocktail, perfect for a light and bright beginning to the new year.

Wrap up your holiday season in style with these last sips, appreciating the artistry of mixology and the joy that a well-crafted drink brings to your gatherings. Cheers to new beginnings and the promise of exciting adventures in the year ahead!