5 Bourbon Whiskey Cocktails for Your New Year’s Eve Party

New Year’s Eve is all about celebrating new beginnings, and what better way to toast to the future than with a lineup of festive, bourbon-infused cocktails?

Whether you’re hosting a lively bash or enjoying a cozy evening with close friends, these Ezra Brooks bourbon whiskey cocktails will elevate your party and impress your guests.

1. The Elevated Old Fashioned

Nothing says celebration like an Old Fashioned. Simple yet sophisticated, this cocktail highlights the smooth flavors of Ezra Brooks 99 while delivering a touch of festive flair.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Ezra Brooks 99
• 1 sugar cube or 1/2 oz simple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Orange peel and cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Muddle the sugar cube (or mix simple syrup) with bitters in a glass.
2. Add a large ice cube and pour in your rye whiskey.
3. Stir gently and garnish with an orange peel and cherry.

2. The Classic Bourbon Manhattan

Smooth, sophisticated, and timeless, the Manhattan is a must-have for any celebration. Using Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye Whiskey gives this classic cocktail bold character and depth.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Ezra Brooks 99 Straight Rye Whiskey
• 1 oz sweet vermouth
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters
• Brandied cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine Ezra Brooks 99, sweet vermouth, and bitters in a mixing glass with ice.
2. Stir well and strain into a chilled coupe glass.
3. Garnish with a brandied cherry and serve.

3. Bourbon Sparkler

New Year’s Eve and bubbly go hand-in-hand. This light and festive cocktail combines the rich flavors of bourbon with sparkling wine for an effervescent twist.

Ingredients:

• 5 oz Ezra Brooks 99 Bourbon
• 5 oz fresh lemon juice
• 5 oz simple syrup
• Sparkling wine (Champagne or Prosecco)
• Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions:

1. Shake bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice in a cocktail shaker.
2. Strain into a champagne flute.
3. Top with sparkling wine and garnish with a lemon twist.

4. Winter Bourbon Punch

This crowd-pleasing punch is perfect for entertaining. With a mix of sweet, tart, and warming flavors, it’s the ideal big-batch cocktail to keep guests coming back for more. Ezra Brooks 99 Port Cask Finish makes the perfect addition to this punch, thanks to its sweet fruitiness finish.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups Ezra Brooks 99 Port Cask Finish
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1 cup cranberry juice
• 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• Club soda (optional, for topping)
• Orange slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a punch bowl, combine bourbon or rye whiskey, apple cider, cranberry juice, orange juice, and maple syrup.
2. Stir well and chill until ready to serve.
3. Serve in glasses over ice and top with club soda if desired. Garnish with orange slices, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks.

5. Spiced Bourbon Hot Toddy

For those celebrating in colder climates, this warm and cozy cocktail made with Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey is the perfect way to keep spirits bright (and clear up any hint of a cold).

Ingredients:

• 2 oz Ezra Brooks Straight Rye Whiskey
• 1/2 oz honey
• 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
• 4-6 oz hot water
• Cinnamon stick and lemon wheel for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine rye whiskey, honey, and lemon juice in a mug.
2. Top with hot water and stir until honey dissolves.
3. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and lemon wheel.

Cheers to the New Year with Ezra Brooks Bourbon

These five bourbon whiskey cocktails offer something for everyone at your New Year’s Eve party, from classic Manhattan lovers to those who crave a sparkling celebration.

With the bold, smooth flavors of Ezra Brooks 99 Bourbon and Straight Rye Whiskey as your base, these drinks are guaranteed to be the life of the party.

Ready to make your New Year’s Eve unforgettable? Stock up on Ezra Brooks Bourbon today and start shaking, stirring, and sipping your way into the new year.

Cheers to the new year!