Happy New Year! I have good feeling about 2012! Despite reports of doom/gloom. I think 2012 is going to set the steps for our future. Let’s kick this off by celebrating what we learned from the past by something new and exciting to clang our glasses too.

These deliciously looking cocktails are created and inspired by Julien Pieras [The Twinkle] at Le Caprice and master mixologist Isaac Elbhar [Silver Fireworks] at Bryant Park Hotel Cellar Bar.

Try them out:
The Twinkle

1 Part Kanon Organic Vodka
1/2 Part Elderflower Liquor
Champagne

Add vodka and liquor to a champagne flute, top with champagne.
Created by Julien Pieras at Le Caprice.

Silver Fireworks

2 oz of Absolut Vanilla
1 oz of Midori
1 oz of Pineapple
1 fresh squeeze of Lemon
Sambucca Dash

Shake all ingredients except Sambucca, then strain into martini glass. Flame the Sambucca into a dfferent glass and pour it over the concoction and garnish with silver flake.