Holidays ring in times for festive gatherings of friends, neighbors, work mates and sometimes clinking glasses with someone recently met. Champagne and sparkling wines seem the ideal toasting spirit with their effervescent bubbles, but sometimes a bit more sparkle is warranted for the occasion than mere popping the cork. Cocktails and martinis have come a long way with the addition of champagne and bubbly topper inclusion. Complementing an already wonderful cocktail with bubbly crown brings delighted festive spark to the drink. Champagne tickles the nose and palate while intensifying the experience of celebratory occasions by the simple look of the twinkle in the glass. 

 

The slideshow below features champagne and sparkling wine topped martinis and cocktails specifically chosen for the holiday season.  A few of the spirits included in the cocktails are X-Rated Fusion, Boca Loca Cachaca, Bacardi Limon, NAVAN, SKYY Infusions, HPNOTIQ, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Barefoot Bubbly and PAMA Liqueur.  Choose one or a few for Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve celebrations. These champagne cocktails will become part of the Holiday Cheer: Christmas to New Year Martini & Cocktail Recipe Guide which already contains 100+ holiday drink recipes.

 

 

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