For some, you simply cannot beat a scotch on the rocks. The Glenlivet’s 12 Year Old single malt carries itself, served and accompanied by ice, or ‘the rocks’ to your own taste. The traditionalist’s choice; whisky on the rocks is a pure way to see out the old and welcome the new. For the more informal and relaxed occasion, the Glenlivet’s 12 Year Old on the rocks is to be enjoyed slowly, relishing each sip.

It’s easy-going, it’s timeless and it’s the whisky cocktail of choice for parties. That’s why we’d suggest serving The Glenlivet Whisky Sour at your end-of-2024 shindig; a favourite among seasoned whisky drinkers and an obvious entree whisky cocktail for those not yet acquainted with the world of scotch. The Glenlivet 12 Year Old works beautifully with lemon juice and syrup to create a citrusy yet sweet cocktail, steeped in history and popular around the globe.

By the time the clock strikes midnight and 2025 is here, you might be looking for a pick-me-up whisky cocktail to keep your spirits, and evening celebrations, alive. The Scotch Coffee is a heart-warming winter cocktail that combines the Glenlivet 12 Year Old, coffee and milk to create a whisky drink that is both sweet and soft. Topped off with  nutmeg, it’s a real people pleaser and simply the ultimate New Year’s Eve party whisky cocktail.

If you’re spending this year’s celebration at home with a cosy dinner planned with close company, we’d recommend a deliciously elegant cocktail like the Boulevardier to accompany your evening. The classic Parisian drink combines our 15 Year Old with the bittersweet mix of Campari and Vermouth, creating something with an instant impact and punch, fitting for the last night of the year.

The rich and creamy Chocolate Orange Old Fashioned is a whisky cocktail that just feels right to sip on at this time of year, with the citrus of the orange and the sweetness of the chocolate. Two classic Christmas ingredients come together to make a traditionally festive cocktail which we believe is a must-try, and should be enjoyed to wrap up those couple of weeks of indulgence in style. 2025 is a new year, but sometimes the Old Fashioned way is the right way.

Mix things up with the Maple Whisky Sour, a tangy but delicious mixture of lemon juice and The Glenlivet 12 Year Old, plus unmissable sweet tones from the maple syrup, adding a layer of sweetness to an otherwise smooth flavour. A New Year is for trying something different, and this unique whisky drink is absolutely certain to polish the year off in style.

The ultimate party whisky drink. It may be traditionally suited to summer but what better way to celebrate than with a Carnival inspired cocktail? Carnivale is a laid back, cool drink for a laid back, cool occasion. The coconut water and lime base feels soft and lighter than many of our other suggestions, but that’s just what some people need after a celebration-heavy period. Pour yours party style in a pitcher or punch bowl for every guest.

Sometimes, after an evening celebrating the past 12 months, all you want is a whisky cocktail to help you wind down and relax. Start the new year the right way – as the fireworks burst into colour around you and the night begins for many, sink back into your chair and let the Whisky Hot Chocolate work its calming magic. Chocolate and whisky. We can’t think of any more fitting ways to round off a successful 2024 than these two.

Traditionally a combination of rye whisky, sweet vermouth and Angostura bitters, this whisky maraschino cocktail has held a top spot in the world’s most popular cocktails for more than a hundred years, so it’ll definitely have seen a New Year’s Eve or two! We’ve given it an update by using The Glenlivet’s 12-year single malt which delivers extra fruity flavours and distinctive notes of pineapple.

Bubbles and balance. The Glenlivet Royale is an elegant whisky cocktail, perfect for the more low-key New Year’s Eve party with friends and family. Sure to impress, this whisky royale brings the smooth flavour of the Glenlivet 12 Year Old and meets the crispness of champagne. Whisky and bubbles? It feels like a match made for New Year’s celebrations.

If bringing the New Year in up in Scotland, no Hogmanay celebration will be complete without drinks that showcase the best of the country. That’s why our Cranachan cocktail uses single malt scotch whisky and fresh Scottish raspberries as an ode to one of Scotland’s most popular puddings. The result is a refreshing highball cocktail that will make sure your 2025 starts off sweet.

A Vieux Carre may have several ingredients but it’s incredibly simple to make and is guaranteed to go down a treat with your New Year’s Eve guests. It offers the perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness and smokiness and smoothness, making it the ideal companion to reflect on the year that’s gone while looking forward to the year ahead.

We love this one because it’s adaptable and suits every type of whisky drinker, from beginners to those with a little more expertise. The Morning Glory Fizz is a fruity fizzy cocktail, giving you the opportunity to reflect on those beautiful summer months of 2024. Like those who enjoy a winter barbecue, this is for the whisky drinkers who just cannot let go of summer. What better way to kick off early morning hours of a New Year?

Hopefully you found the perfect cocktail to bring in the New Year, but if you’re hosting for a larger group, you can also take a look at our batch cocktails which are perfect drinks for groups.