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Call them carbonated, effervescent, bubbly or sparkling, but one thing’s for sure: some of us find it more fun and delicious to have a bit of fizz in our drinks.
While there used to be just sparkling wines, carbonated sodas and good ol’ Champagne to put the tingle on our tongues, bubbles can now be found in teas, fruit juices, seltzers and even coconut water!
From the alcoholic to the non-alcoholic, here are some yummy options for your New Year’s Eve home party.
If you like the fruity taste but in an elevated way
Sparkling fruit-flavoured water, fizzy juices and ice-cold teas with a hint of fizz are perfect for humid evenings, teetotallers and young children. Their effervescence may also balance out heavy, greasy dishes. The good news: some of these drinks are also sugar- and calorie-free so you don’t have to feel guilty about enjoying them!
Try:
Find it hard to enjoy drinking plain water? This fruit-flavoured option may help!
The posh packaging will please younger guests who can pretend they are having Champagne.
If you love indulging in a cold drink, this is as guilt-free as you can get.
Earl grey gets a party boost with lavender and strawberry ingredients, and a taste of fizz.
If you want to say cheers to 2025 in traditional ways
Nothing says ‘pop the bubbly’ better than a bottle of, well, bubbly! If you’re on a budget, you can find many brands of affordable sparkling fruit wines on the shelves now. But if 2024 had been good to you (and your bank account), celebrate in a bigger way with top-of-the-line Champagne! We present options for bringing on the buzz across all price ranges.
Try:
Deliciously fruity with aromas of strawberries and watermelon, this Australian wine is ideal as a post-dinner treat.
If you have dessert made with red fruit on your menu — think a strawberry shortcake or a raspberry sorbet — this rosé Champagne makes the perfect pairing.
Celebrating with a picnic? Chill a couple of these canned cocktails in a cooler box to quench your thirst.
