It's that time of the year again to break out the bar essentials to toast to a good year and for better things to come. This festive season, why not impress your guests by mixing your own cocktails? 

Here are some easy to follow yet absolutely delicious recipes that will make your party the talk among your friends for the rest of 2015. 

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Belvedere 007 Martini

Relive the latest James Bond movie with this crisp, elegant and perfectly balanced vodka martini which was also served at our Tatler Ball this year.
- 60ml Belvedere vodka
- 10ml dry vermouth
- shaken, not stirred
- garnished with a lemon twist

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Haig Club Breakfast London

Creamy, citrusy and silky smooth with just the right amount of bitterness in the tail, this is a sophisticated mix that will appeal to both men and women. 
- 45ml Haig Club whisky
- 15ml Grand Marnier
- 1 whole egg white
- 15ml pineapple syrup
- fresh lemon juice
- 2ml English orange marmalade
- 2 dashes of orange bitter

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Monkey Shoulder Monkey Jam Sour

For a fun twist to your party, this cheeky cocktail that starts off sweet but melts into a nice tangy end will get appetites raving for more and add just that bit of mischief to your party. 
- 50ml Monkey Shoulder whisky
- 5ml sugar syrup
- 2 tablespoon Jam
- 20ml fresh lemon juice 
- optional soda water
- 1 dash of orange bitters

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Martell La French Touch Glowing

Refreshing, crisp and incredibly photogenic, watch as your party becomes the most Instagram-worthy around town with this blue cocktail that tastes as good as it looks.
- 2 parts Martell VSOP La French Touch
- 2 parts Blue Curacao liqueur
- Top with tonic water and ice cubes
- Garnish with a slice of fresh orange
- Lighten with UV light and feel the French Touch 

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(Photos: Respective brands)

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