Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa
Celebrate any occasion with the festive and refreshing Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa. This sparkling drink blends warm cinnamon and crisp apple flavors with tart cranberry juice and bubbly sparkling wine, creating a cozy yet uplifting beverage perfect for holiday gatherings, brunches, or relaxing evenings. Its vibrant color, delightful aroma, and balanced fruity-spicy profile make it an inviting choice to brighten your spirits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Beverages
- Method: No-cook/Infusion
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Champagne or sparkling wine – chilled (about 4 oz per serving)
- Apple cider – 4 cups
- Cranberry juice – 2 cups
- Ground cinnamon or cinnamon sticks – 1–2 sticks or 1/2 tsp ground
- Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish) – a handful
- Apple slices (for garnish) – thinly sliced from 1 medium apple
Optional Ingredients
- Simple syrup – 1–2 tablespoons (to taste, for adjusting sweetness)
- Spiced rum – 1 oz per serving (optional for a twist)
- Fresh rosemary or thyme – a few sprigs (optional, to infuse cider)
- Honey – substitute simple syrup as desired
- Frozen cranberries – use instead of ice cubes to chill without dilution
Instructions
- Prepare Your Cinnamon Apple Cider: Gently warm the apple cider on the stove with a cinnamon stick (or ground cinnamon) added in to infuse the warm spice flavor. Allow it to cool completely before mixing to preserve the sparkling bubbles.
- Mix the Juices: In a large pitcher, combine the cooled spiced apple cider with the cranberry juice. Adjust the ratio to your preference to find the ideal balance of sweetness and tartness. Add simple syrup or honey if you prefer a sweeter mimosa.
- Assemble Your Mimosa: Pour the juice mixture into champagne flutes, filling each glass about halfway to leave room for the sparkling wine.
- Add the Sparkling Wine: Slowly top off each glass with chilled champagne or sparkling wine. Pour gently, tilting the glass to retain the bubbles and reduce foam.
- Garnish and Serve: Adorn each glass with fresh cranberries skewered on toothpicks and thin apple slices. Optionally add a cinnamon stick or a sprig of fresh herbs for aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and fizz.
Notes
- Choose a dry or brut sparkling wine to prevent the mimosa from becoming overly sweet.
- Keep all ingredients chilled until just before serving to maintain freshness and bubbles.
- For stronger cinnamon flavor, infuse the apple cider overnight.
- Adding a touch of orange or lemon zest brightens the mimosa.
- Pour sparkling wine gently to minimize foam and loss of carbonation.
- Leftover juice mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days; add sparkling wine just before serving.
- Do not freeze the mimosa; freeze fresh cranberries to use as ice cubes instead.
- Warm the spiced apple cider (without sparkling wine) for a cozy non-alcoholic hot version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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