Wine

Fruit-filled pitchers of sangría appeared at lots of parties in the '60s, and we ran many recipes for it. Macerating the fruit in a sugar syrup first makes this one particularly flavorful.

This is said to be the cavalryman's answer to Artillery Punch.

Vanilla-accented Cognac adds a twist to the traditional Kir Royale (an aperitif made with Champagne and crème de cassis). Prepare the Cognac-vanilla mixture at least one day ahead so that the flavors can mingle. Have extra bottles of Champagne on hand for a second go-round.

Also known as a Champagne Cocktail.