🥃From Family Traditions to Fresh Starts: How Our Heritage Shapes Our January Recipes

At Meyer Cocktail Co., every cocktail tells a story. This January feels especially meaningful as we step into the new year under a new name — one that reflects not just what we make, but who we are becoming.

You may have known us as Meyer Brothers, a name rooted in family and history. As we evolve into Meyer Cocktail Co., our commitment remains unchanged: honoring tradition while embracing fresh starts. And there’s no better time to reflect on that balance than the beginning of a new year.

January has always been a month of gathering, reminiscing, and easing into what’s next — and one family tradition, in particular, has shaped the way we think about winter cocktails.

Growing up, New Year’s gatherings in our family weren’t flashy or formal. They were warm, familiar, and full of laughter that lingered long after midnight. Friends and family would trickle in from the cold, coats piled high, stories overlapping, and someone inevitably asking, “Did you make the slush?”

The answer was always yes.

Brandy slush was more than a drink — it was a ritual. Made ahead of time, tucked away in the freezer, and pulled out just when the night needed a little extra cheer. There was something comforting about it: the clink of the scoop against the glass, the citrus aroma cutting through winter air, and that first sip that felt like both celebration and home.

What made it special wasn’t just the recipe — it was the intention. It was prepared days in advance, shared generously, and meant to be enjoyed slowly, surrounded by people you loved. That mindset has stayed with us and continues to inspire how we approach our January recipes today.

As we introduce Meyer Cocktail Co., we carry that tradition forward — blending heritage with a modern sensibility. Our brandy slush represents exactly what we stand for: classic flavors, thoughtfully crafted, designed to bring people together without complication. It’s a reminder that some of the best cocktails don’t need reinvention — they just need care, quality ingredients, and a reason to gather.

As the new year unfolds, we invite you to reflect on the traditions that make your own celebrations meaningful. Maybe it’s a drink you only serve once a year, a recipe handwritten on an old card, or a ritual that signals the start of something new.

Consider how those moments might inspire your own cocktail creations. Add a personal touch, honor a memory, or revive a favorite tradition in a fresh way. Because at the end of the day, cocktails are about more than what’s in the glass — they’re about connection, comfort, and carrying stories forward.

Here’s to fresh starts, familiar flavors, and traditions worth keeping.
Cheers to the new year! 

Tom & Cheri