Adulting is tough. While the kid in all of us may want to stay up to watch the ball drop, the responsible grown-up side knows how difficult it can be to get back on schedule after a late evening of games and shenanigans. It can also be complicated to come together with friends or family and spend a long, late evening, especially with children of varying ages in tow.

Our family has created a different tradition that we have grown to love and look forward to. Instead of pulling an all-nighter together with a big NYE bash, we host a brunch full of those last boozy treats and drinks for the year. Everyone will be starting their workout regimens and diet plans with the New Year, so we all enjoy indulging in these tasty treats before getting on track to “trim up”.

Our brunch menu features brown sugar bacon, Jackson Morgan Southern Cream salted caramel chocolate donut cake, chocolate tarts, our boozy pumpkin roll, southern biscuits with chocolate gravy, Jackson Morgan creamsicle mimosa floats, spiked salted caramel coffee, and more.

Decorations do not have to be extensive. Keep it simple with shiny gold glimmers amongst fresh white serveware, napkins, candles, etc. Toss in some shimmery accessories like party horns and hats and glasses filled with good cheer and hope for a Happy New Year!