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Lunar New Year Cocktails

Looking for creative ways to enjoy Lunar New Year cocktails? You’ve come to the right place! Sipping on drinks carries a multitude of cultural significance in the rich tapestry of Chinese traditions. But, when it comes to celebrating the coming of a new year, sharing these traditional beverages is said to usher in good fortune and prosperity! 

At Drinkable Gifts, we’re excited to blend tradition with innovation as we enter the Lunar New Year 2024. Join us on a delightful journey through a collection of our favorite Lunar New Year cocktails meticulously curated to infuse the festivities with flavor and joy. 

lunar new year cocktails happy 2024

The Difference Between Liquor and Liqueur

Whether you’d like to impress a special someone with your liquor knowledge, peruse the spirits aisle at your local liquor store, or are simply just a sucker for the details, we can assure you that knowing the difference between liquor and liqueur will serve you well at some point in your life. And, although the two terms are often used interchangeably, the first pearl of wisdom we can offer is that they actually belong to two different categories within the alcoholic beverage world.

Varying in both use and taste, not knowing which term to use (or which drink to pour) leaves you vulnerable to a slip-up that your audience will only remember as a cringe. Fortunately, we’ve got some expertise in the liquor field! And, we’re here to help you avoid any mishaps or misspelling with a simple breakdown of the difference between liquor and liqueur. 

Liquor and liqueur standing on a bar table with glowing lights.