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From classic to modern, check out these cocktail recipes from some of Eat Something Sexy's favorite mixmasters.

LULU'S ROYALE
* 1 glass Tattinger La Francais Brut Champagne
* generous splash chambord

LIFE OF REILEY HOUSE GIMLET
* 3 oz. vodka
* 1 oz. fresh lime juice
* 2 shredded mint leaves
Combine in a tumbler filled with ice. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.

SARAH LEAH CHASE'S LILLET MARTINI
* 4 oz. vodka
* 1 oz Lillet
* 2 lg. strips orange zest
Mix ingredients in a freezer container and store in the freezer for at least 12 hours. To serve, remove the orange zest and divide the mix between two chilled martini glasses.
* Recipe adapted from Sarah Leah Chase's Open House Cookbook

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TONY ABOU-GANIM'S CLASSIC NOG
* 1.5 oz. spiced rum
* .5 oz. brandy
* 6 oz. eggnog
Shake and strain into a chilled wine glass. Garnish with ground nutmeg.
* Recipe adapted from Tony Abou-Ganim's Holiday cocktail menu at the Bellagio Hotel, Las Vegas.