It’s New Year’s Eve, which means it’s time for one last party before we have to buckle down and start working on all of those New Year’s resolutions we made. If you plan on ringing in 2026 with friends at a party, you’ll want to bring a nice bottle as a gift for the host, because everyone knows how tacky it is to show up at somebody’s house empty-handed. And if you didn’t know before, you can thank us later.
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From the rums that make the perfect party punch to the sparkling wines that are made for midnight toasts, we’ve pulled together some of our go-to brands that are must-haves for any bar. Before you head out the door to your New Year’s Eve celebration, check out this list of wines and liquors that are perfect for parties.
Los Hermanos Tequila Blanco
Whether you’re sipping it from a snifter or mixing it in your favorite cocktails, Los Hermanos Tequila Blanco is a light, fruity tequila that is perfect for parties.
Teremana Tequila Blanco
If margaritas are on the menu, try mixing them with Teremana Tequila Blanco, a smooth light tequila from Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s brand.
El Dorado Rum
A bottle of El Dorado 8 Year Old Rum is a great addition to any holiday party bar. Made in Guyana, this rum has notes of caramel and toffee, making it a perfect mixer for holiday egg nog.
Saison Pale Rum
Hints of vanilla and banana flambé are what you’ll get with Saison Pale Rum, a fruity rum that is made in the Caribbean.
Tito’s Handmade Vodka
When it comes to vodka, you can’t go wrong with Tito’s, a smooth spirit that pairs perfectly with citrus-based mixers.
Woodford Reserve Whiskey
For an intimate New Year’s Eve celebration, try mixing up a classic Old Fashioned with a little help from Woodford Reserve Kentucky Whiskey.
The Reid Single Malt Vodka
If you really want to impress the host, show up with a bottle of The Reid Single Malt Vodka. This smooth spirit has notes of pear, lemon, toffee and malt biscuits that is made for sipping neat.
19 Crimes Snoop Dogg Cali Red Wine
If you don’t know what kind of liquor the guests are into, you can’t go wrong with a nice bottle of wine. 19 Crimes Snoop Dogg Cali Red Blend is a beautiful blend of hazelnut, vanilla and fruit.
Martell Blue Swift
Martell Blue Swift is a VSOP cognac that has notes of vanilla and coconut, making it the perfect nightcap for party guests.
Viarae Prosecco
You can’t have a New Year’s Eve celebration without a bottle of bubbly. Viarae Prosecco is a crisp sparkling wine from actress, writer and producer Issa Rae, which gives notes of ripe peach and green apple.
McBride Sisters Wine Co. – Black Girl Magic Brut
When the clock strikes midnight, raise a glass of Black Girl Magic Brut, a bubbly blend of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay that is filled with tropical fruit flavors.
Mionetto Prosecco
Mionetto Prosecco is another solid, inexpensive option for your New Year’s Eve toast. The best part about this bottle is that whatever you have left will mix perfectly in your New Year’s Day mimosas.
Trader Joe’s LA Granja 360 Cava Brut
You don’t have to spend a lot to get a great bottle. Trader Joe’s has lots of great bottles of budget-friendly bubbly like La Granja 360 Cava Brut.
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