Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa Recipe
This Cinnamon Apple Cranberry Mimosa is a refreshing and festive beverage perfect for holiday celebrations or brunch gatherings. Combining the tartness of cranberry juice with the sweetness of apple cider and a hint of warm cinnamon, it offers a delightful balance of flavors. Choose champagne for a classic alcoholic touch or sparkling cider for a non-alcoholic alternative. Garnished with cinnamon sticks, apple slices, and cranberries, this mimosa is as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Juices and Alcohol
- ½ cup cranberry juice
- ¼ cup champagne (omit if using sparkling cider)
- ½ cup sparkling cider (omit if using champagne)
- ¼ cup apple cider
Flavorings and Garnishes
- Sprinkle of cinnamon
- 2 apple slices
- Handful of cranberries
- Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass: Combine the 2 apple slices and a handful of cranberries in a serving glass, layering them to create a colorful base.
- Add Cinnamon: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon evenly over the fruit to infuse warm, spicy notes into the drink.
- Pour Juices: Pour in ½ cup cranberry juice and ¼ cup apple cider into the glass over the fruit and cinnamon.
- Add Bubbly: Top off the glass with ¼ cup champagne for an alcoholic version or ½ cup sparkling cider for a non-alcoholic version. Do not use both champagne and sparkling cider together.
- Mix Gently: Stir the mixture gently to combine the flavors without losing the fizz.
- Garnish: Finish by adding a cinnamon stick to the glass for garnish and a subtle aromatic touch.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by choosing sweeter or unsweetened apple cider.
- For a non-alcoholic mimic, omit champagne and use sparkling cider only.
- Ensure to stir gently to keep the carbonation intact.
- Use fresh cranberries and apples for the best flavor and presentation.
- This mimosa is best served immediately to maintain its fizz and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approximately 8 oz)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Mimosa, Cinnamon, Apple, Cranberry, Sparkling Cider, Champagne, Holiday Drink, Festive Beverage, Brunch Cocktail
