New Year’s Eve is all about celebration — dressing up, gathering with loved ones, and toasting new beginnings.
For social media creators Melyssa Hanif and her husband Daniel (@lifewiththehanifs), New Year’s Eve is always about trying new things and spending time with family. “We normally go out as a family to a new restaurant none of us have tried, dress up, and then head back to someone’s house to ring in the new year with cocktails, snacks, and grapes,” Melyssa says.
One new addition to the Hanif’s celebration this year is the RumChata Dirty Soda. This creamy, bubbly drink combines RumChata’s cinnamon-spiced sweetness with your favorite soda, creating a deliciously balanced cocktail perfect for welcoming the new year.
For the Hanifs, this simple two-part drink has become a quick favorite. “We love to show our life to our audience and inspire them to try something new,” says Melyssa. “Whether it’s what we are eating, an outfit we put together, or maybe even inspire them to travel somewhere new.”
Melyssa Hanif and her RumChata Dirty Soda
Incorporating the RumChata Dirty Soda into their evening was a no-brainer. “It’s super easy to make and sip on,” she says. The cocktail’s simplicity makes it ideal for hosting — there’s no need for elaborate preparation, and it pairs well with the laid-back, festive vibe of the holiday. You also don’t need a ton on hand to make it happen: just a bottle of RumChata and a can or bottle of your favorite soda.
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