Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa Recipe
A festive and refreshing Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa that perfectly blends the tartness of cranberry juice and apple cider with the bubbly sparkle of champagne or sparkling cider. This drink is garnished with cinnamon sticks and fresh fruit to add a warm, spiced flavor, making it an ideal cocktail for holiday celebrations or cozy brunches.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Garnishes
- 2 apple slices
- Handful of cranberries
- Cinnamon sticks for garnish
Liquids
- ½ cup cranberry juice
- ¼ cup apple cider
- ¼ cup champagne (omit if using sparkling cider)
- ½ cup sparkling cider (omit if using champagne, for non-alcoholic version)
Spices
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Place the 2 apple slices and handful of cranberries in a serving glass to provide fresh, fruity base flavors for your mimosa.
- Add Spice: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon over the fruit to introduce a warm, aromatic spice note that complements the apple and cranberry flavors.
- Mix Liquids: Pour in ½ cup of cranberry juice followed by ¼ cup of apple cider into the glass, adding both tartness and sweetness to the cocktail.
- Add the Bubbles: Fill the glass with either ¼ cup of champagne for the alcoholic version or ½ cup of sparkling cider for a non-alcoholic alternative—do not use both.
- Gently Stir: Stir the mixture gently to combine all ingredients without losing the bubbles from the champagne or cider.
- Garnish and Serve: Finish by garnishing with cinnamon sticks for an extra visual and aromatic appeal, then serve immediately to enjoy at its freshest.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute champagne with sparkling cider.
- Use fresh apples and cranberries for best flavor.
- Do not mix champagne and sparkling cider together to maintain clarity of taste and bubbles.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon to your personal taste preference.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing experience.
Keywords: Apple Cider Cocktail, Apple Cider Mimosa, Cider Cocktails, Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa, Mimosa Recipe
