14 Ways to Use Up Leftover Wine and Beer After a Party

Getting all the yummy leftovers is one of the perks of hosting a big party. But some leftovers are easier to use up than others. After you've stored the unopened bottles of wine on your DIY wine rack and stuffed your fridge full of cans and bottles from your signature beer cocktails, it can feel like you'll never be able to make a dent in your new beverage collection. Not to mention that those half-drunk bottles of wine need to be used pronto! That's where these recipes come in. With 14 tasty ways to use up your leftover wine and beer, you'll never have to let your party remains go down the drain.

Beer Battered Shrimp With Garlic Aioli: Crispy shrimp is always a treat, and it's even better with a shatteringly crisp beer batter. The creamy garlic aioli will make you want to double-dip. (via Spain on a Fork)

Cranberry Mushroom Pot Roast: Red wine gravy adds huge flavor to this pot roast, and cranberries and a bit of honey balance the sauce. (via Gastro Sense)

Fancy Mushroom Toasts: Mushroom lovers, you've met your match. Mushrooms are sautéed in white wine, then tossed with crème fraîche and spooned onto garlic confit toast. (via Cravings & Crumbs)

Pressure Cooker Drunken Beans: A little bit of beer boosts the flavor of these beans, along with bacon and spices. The broth is utterly slurpable. (via Simply Happy Foodie)

Irish Lamb and Potato Stew: A chunky, hearty stew is just what we crave on cold winter nights. Lamb is stewed in Irish beer and beef broth until tender, along with big chunks of root veggies just begging to be scooped up by a crusty piece of bread. (via Bowl of Delicious)

Cheesy Pumpkin Beer Soft Pretzels: Pumpkin ale adds a deep, bready flavor to these soft pretzels. Stuff them with sharp cheddar and serve with a robust coarse mustard to liven things up. (via Feast in Thyme)

Pumpkin Carrot Beer Cheese Soup: This silky carrot soup is anything but boring. It's made with a smoked porter, giving it a deep, rich flavor. (via Funnylove)

Wine Braised Brisket With Creamy Herb Grits: Anytime you make a dish with lots of tasty sauce you should fill your plate with creamy grits first. The grits soak up every last bit of flavor, and add a luscious texture to each bite. (via Beyond the Bayou)

Rosé Wine Hot Pepper Jelly: Sweet and spicy, this jelly made from your leftover wine can be gifted to friends throughout the holiday season. (via The View from Great Island)

Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon: Classic boeuf bourguignon uses up leftover wine, carrots, and celery from your holiday cooking. (via Coffee and Crayons)

Slow Cooker Mulled Wine: Wine that's more than a few days old can get a funky flavor. Mask it by turning it into mulled wine, simmering it with spices, cider, and fruit for a cozy drink. (via Thyme & Love)

Slow Cooker Sauerkraut and Dumplings With Keilbasa: This four-ingredient meal is super hands-off. Put the kielbasa, beer, and sauerkraut in the slow cooker, then top it with biscuit dough for a pillowy layer that'll soak up all the flavor. (via Fox Valley Foodie)

Spaghetti and Red Wine Meatballs: Meatballs get an upgrade from red wine in this recipe. It's the little change your spaghetti dinner needs to go from weeknight to date night. (via This Is How I Cook)

Veggie and Halloumi Bake: Salty, firm halloumi is a grilling cheese that's a great protein source in vegetarian meals. Serve it with a tomato-based red wine sauce and lots of veggies for a satisfying, fresh meal. (via The Desserted Girl)