Cranberry Mimosas

Nothing says celebration quite like cranberry mimosas! This bubbly cranberry-infused beverage has all the makings of a perfect brunch or special occasion cocktail.

A delicious combination of tart and sweet, this sophisticated drink is perfect as a warm-weather aperitif or festive winter treat.

For more Holiday spirited beverage ideas see our Winter Wassail, Jim Beam Old Fashioned, Casino Royale Martini, and Apple Cider Bourbon Cocktails.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

Whether you're hosting family for Thanksgiving, inviting friends over for a New Year's Eve bash, or just want to add another dimension of flavor to your Sunday brunch spread, our take on the classic cranberry mimosa will leave everyone asking for more.

Whip up an easy batch today and feel like an accomplished mixologist in minutes!

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• Why You Will Love This Recipe
• Ingredients
• How to Make a Cranberry Mimosa
• Serving Suggestions
• Substitutions
• Variations
• Equipment
• Storage
• Tips for Success
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Food Safety
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Ingredients

Not only is this cranberry mimosa deliciously refreshing, but it’s also surprisingly easy to make. With just 2 ingredients and minimal effort, you can create this festive drink in no time at all - now that's something worth celebrating!

• Prosecco - (or Brut champagne, Moscato, or for a Virgin Cranberry Mimosa, use Sparkling Apple Juice).
• Cranberry Juice - If you get the pure juice (not the sugar based drink), you will have the best cranberry mimosa ever.
• Garnish of choice - consider rosemary sprigs, fresh cranberries on tootpicks, slivers of orange, lime, or lemon zest.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How to Make a Cranberry Mimosa

This seems hardly a recipe, but more of a guidance. You will usually use a 50-50 ratio of cranberry juice and your choice of sparkling beverage.

To keep these child friendly, try using 7-UP, cranberry flavored sparkling water, or the Sparkling Apple Cider.

For the rest of us, you can choose from a dry Brut Champagne, a less bitter Prosecco, or a sweet Moscato. I usually opt for the Prosecco as it is middle of the road.

Step 1. Measure the Prosecco

Start by placing both the cranberry juice and the Prosecco (or Champagne, Moscato, or Sparkling Grape or Apple juice) in the refrigerator to get very cold.

Prep the rims of the flutes or cocktail glasses with sugar, if you plan to.

Measure the Prosecco, or the sparkling beverage you are using into a champagne flute. Fill half way.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 2. Measure the Cranberry Juice

Top off the champagne flute with cranberry juice. Stop ¼" from the rim.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 3. Garnish

Add some festive garnish to fit the occasion. For a Christmas Mimosa, add a small sprig of rosemary and a few fresh cranberries.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Serving Suggestions

From the most extravagant holiday party to an everyday brunch gathering, a cranberry mimosa is always the perfect way to liven up the occasion and add some festivity. You may also enjoy our Cheesecake Cocktails as part of your Holiday beverage line up!

Serve these beautiful cranberry mimosas with other savory and sweet grazing tidbits and appetizers like our Savory Puff Pastry Tarts, Cucumber Smoked Salmon Rolls, Christmas Wreath Appetizer, and Baked Brie with Cranberries & Walnuts.

Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Substitutions

Substitute Sparkling Grape or Apple juice if you would like to make these Cranberry Prosecco cocktails virgin.

Variations

You have quite a range of variation with mimosas! This cranberry mimosa recipe uses just 2 ingredients, cranberry juice and a sparkling wine or sparkling non alcoholic beverage. You can adapt the recipe for any juice. Consider:

• Mango Mimosas - Mango juice instead of cranberry juice. You can find Mango Juice in 32 oz containers and in 12 oz cans in the Hispanic aisle of your grocery store.
• Peach Mimosas - Use Peach Nectar in place of cranberry juice. You can find Peach Nectar in 32 oz containers and in 12 oz cans in the Hispanic aisle of your grocery store.
• Caramel Apple Mimosas- Use apple juice or apple cider instead of cranberry juice. Add a drizzle of caramel ice cream topping to the inside of the goblet first. Garnish with a thin apple slice on the rim of the glass.

Equipment

Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Since the only equipment you need is goblets, flutes or glasses, you probably already have them on hand.

Storage

Store unmixed cranberry juice and Prosecco capped in your refrigerator. The cranberry juice will last a week or so. The Prosecco should be drank with 24 hours or it will just go flat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

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