Try Mixing Sidecar Cocktails: Another Classic Brandy Cocktail Recipe Ideal for Christmas Parties

Sidecars are classic sour cocktails using a mix of Cognac or brandy, Cointreau or alternative orange liqueur and lemon juice.

Check out this article on Merrimentz! for the classic French recipe for Sidecar cocktails. The English recipe is also noted and the mix you choose will depend on the quality of liqueurs used to make your cocktails. Bourbon Sidecars are alternative popular cocktails you may want to try out.

Hosting a cocktail party is a great option for the festive season and frosting glasses is traditional for many cocktails like Sidecars. Offering guests chilled and frosted glasses with rims coated in sugar and filled with delicious cocktails proves your abilities to host successful parties every time.  

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Enjoy a merry and festive season.....

Brandy Champagne Cocktails for Perfect Christmas Parties

Champagne is the perfect drink for celebrations and this brandy champagne cocktail recipe is absolutely fantastic for Christmas. Whether you're celebrating with a partner, hosting a party or just entertaining a few friends you'll find this champagne and brandy mix is a surefire winner.

All you'll need is chilled champagne, brandy, Angostura bitters and a sugar cube.

As the sugar dissolves into a myriad of fizzing champagne bubbles you'll feel the Christmas party spirit begin to rise, no matter where you are!

Merry Christmas!

Kids' Halloween Parties

Organizing a Halloween party for kids this year? Have you hosted a Trick or Treat party before? If not, why not check out this article with loads of simple tips on organizing a Halloween Party for kids and ideas for foods to serve and some games kids might enjoy.

Check out Merrimentz! Kids Halloween Parties Food and Games for more details.

You can find other ideas for celebrations on Merrimentz website too.

Enjoy a great Halloween!

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Bonfire Night parties can create great memories for kids that remain with them all their lives. Check out this article to see how to make a Guy, get tips on making bonfires and some great ideas for fantastic Bonfire Night foods that the whole family will enjoy.
Read Bonfire Night Parties at the Merrimentz! website for more details!