The holiday season is in full swing, and with it comes a calendar of parties and celebratory events. Whether you’re gathering with co-workers, friends, or family, bubbles are sure to come into play at some point. Champagne is the obvious choice for the events of the season, but it doesn’t have to be reserved just for toasting. There are lots of fabulous ways to enjoy a glass of bubbly, with Champagne cocktails being one of them.

Champagne lends itself well to mixing and can lay the groundwork for a delicious and sparkling sip. Crafted from Chardonnay, Champagne has some extraordinarily complex notes, ranging from sweet, buttery brioche to crisp, baked apples. Even better? Bubbles work any time of day. So whether you want to spice up your brunch with a bubbly beverage or want a fun way to end the night, a Champagne cocktail is the way to go. Keep reading to see the best holiday champagne cocktails for your next gathering.

@joyfulhealthyeats

This 🍾 FRENCH 75 COCKTAIL is the perfect drink for New Years Eve or everyday happy hour! Fizzing with your favorite champagne and pepped up with fresh-squeezed lemon juice, its easy to make with a shot of gin and a 2-ingredient simple syrup. Cheers! For the recipe check out my profile! #craftcocktails #craftcocktail #cocktailsofinstagram #cocktailtime #cocktailtime #champagnelover #champagnelife #bubblesbubblesbubbles #imsomartha #makeitdelicious #buzzfeast #huffposttaste #thefeedfeed #feedfeedcocktails #food52grams #forkyeah #holidaycocktails #holidayparty #cocktails #cocktails🍹 #happyhour #christmascocktails #drinkspecials #french75 #french75cocktail #newyearseveparty #newyearsevecocktails #fyp

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Classic French 75

The French 75 has the same timeless appeal as a martini, thanks to similar ingredients. The lemon and gin create a tart, botanical flavor profile that is delightfully fancy with the addition of bubbles and fizz.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of gin
• 1/2 ounce of lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of simple syrup
• Champagne

Instructions

1. Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until well mixed.
2. Strain contents into a flute or coupe glass.
3. Top with Champagne and enjoy.

@mickeynich

Poinsettia:cranberry champagne cocktail 🎄Cointreau (or other orange liqueur) 🎄Cranberry juice 🎄Champagne Garnish with rosemary and cranberries #christmascocktails #cocktails #christmasdecor #momlife #poinsettia #recipe

♬ Santa Tell Me – Ariana Grande

Cranberry Champagne Cocktail

This cocktail is perfect for the holiday and brings the flavors of the season together with bubbles for a fun drink. It’s ideal for parties and cocktail hours, so you’ll want to have a batch ready and made ahead of time.

Ingredients

• Cointreau or other orange liqour
• Cranberry juice
• Champagne
• Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnishing

Instructions

1. In a large pitcher, combine Cointreau and cranberry juice to taste.
2. Add Champagne to the mixture in the pitcher
3. Pour into glasses, top with rosemary garnish, and serve immediately.

@elenabesser

How to make a Negroni Sbagliato 🍊#boozinwithbesser

♬ THIS MOMENT WITH YOU – Larry Castle

Negroni Sbagliato

While this recipe is traditionally made with Prosecco you can certainly swap in Champagne to elevate it. To complement the bitter notes of the amaro, look for a younger Champagne that has fresh fruity aromas as opposed to toastier notes.

Ingredients

• 4 0unces of Champagne
• 1 ounce of sweet vermouth
• 1/2 ounce of Campari

Instructions

1. Add Champagne to a large glass filled with ice.
2. Add the vermouth and Campari.
3. Mix lightly and enjoy..

@thebrownbelle

One of my favorite champagne cocktails! Make a Kir Royale for your New Year’s Eve toast! Ingredients 1/2 ounce creme de cassis or chambord Top with Champagne or Prosecco Garnish: lemon twist, I added a blackberry as well. Enjoy! Drink Responsibly #kirroyale #newyearseve #newyearsevecocktail #lamarca #prosecco #champagnetoast #champagnecocktail

♬ THIS YEAR (Blessings) (Remix) – Victor Thompson & Gunna & Ehis ‘D’ Greatest

Kir Royale

This traditional French cocktail has a beautiful violet color thanks to blackberry liqueur. It’s festive and can be served for any occasion, from brunch to cocktail hour, and even as an after-dinner drink. Though it can be served in a coupe, a flute will give the best effect and show off its color

Ingredients

• 1/2 ounce crème de cassis
• Champagne
• Fresh raspberries or blackberries for garnish

Instructions

1. Add crème de cassis to a Champagne flute and top with Champagne.
2. Finish with berries to garnish and enjoy.