Cranberry Apple Mimosas

These Cranberry Apple Mimosas are the perfect sweet and bubbly addition to any breakfast or brunch! 

The next time you have a special occasion breakfast or brunch, you’ll definitely want to make these Cranberry Apple Mimosas. With only 5 ingredients, you can easily put together this festive twist on the classic mimosa.

Garnish with apple and rosemary for a beautiful presentation!

This refreshing and autumnal apple cider cocktail can make any day a celebration! Just like our Blood Orange Bourbon, these brunch cocktails are ideal to pair with your favorite breakfast foods and flavors. These delish mimosas would also go well with some Taco Cups, which can even be served with a breakfast twist!

If you’re hosting a Fall party, you will want to take a look at all of these Thanksgiving cocktails! Easy to make and beautiful to look at.

Why You’ll Love These Cranberry Mimosas

A slightly sweeter take on the classic drink, these Mimosa cocktails have a beautiful red-orange color and their light and fizzy quality makes them perfect for any celebration. 

With only 5 common ingredients, you can put together this beautiful cocktail.

A variation on everybody’s favorite brunch beverage, these mimosas take on a gorgeous red color from the cranberry juice, and pairing with your favorite apple juice makes for a sweet and refreshing drink!

Use a rosemary garnish for an aromatic burst and an apple slice to bring all of the flavors together and you’ve got a reliable bubbly cocktail that everybody will love. A great option for a fall cocktail!

 

Mimosa Ingredients

• Cranberry Juice – with its signature sweetness and that touch of sour and bitter in the aftertaste, cranberry juice is a great mixer for all kinds of cocktails.
• Apple Cider – you can also use apple juice or a sparkling cider depending on your preference, all you need is something with that classic apple flavor!
• Champagne – no need to splurge on something super expensive; any champagne will do for these mimosas.
• Apple Slices – the perfect garnish for these cocktails.
• Rosemary – for a pop of green color to contrast the beautiful red-orange cocktail.

 

Cranberry Apple Mimosa Cocktail Instructions

1. Fill a champagne flute 1/3 of the way up with champagne.
   

   Using a champagne flute will ensure your drink stays bubbly for longer.

2. Add 1/3 cranberry juice.
3. Top with 1/3 apple cider.
4. Place an apple slice on top and a piece of rosemary in the glass for garnish.
   

   The piney aroma of rosemary pairs perfectly with the sweetness from the fruit juices.

 

FAQs

What is the best alcohol for mimosas?

While champagne is the classic drink associated with mimosas, there are actually less expensive options that will still achieve the same effect.

Cava, which is from Spain, or Prosecco, from Italy, are also dry sparkling wines that work great as the base of a cocktail like this cranberry mimosa.

When should you drink a mimosa?

Mimosas are typically enjoyed with breakfast or brunch, but they’re also perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any kind of celebrations (especially if you enjoy the festivity of champagne but don’t enjoy drinking it on its own!).

Are cranberry juice and orange juice good together?

Absolutely! If you want to make more of a classic mimosa and use orange juice instead of apple cider, a splash of cranberry will still be just the thing to change it up and add more complexity to the flavor profile of your cocktail.

 

 

Cranberry Apple Mimosa Variations and Substitutions

• For additional garnish, use some fresh cranberries. You can float them right into the drink or arrange them on a cocktail skewer.
• Instead of apple cider, you can also use regular apple juice. Or, to enhance your cocktail’s bubbly quality, use sparkling cider in addition to the sparkling wine.
• To make an alcohol-free version for the kids, substitute some sparkling white grape juice for the wine.

Winter Mimosa

• If you’re looking for a drink fit for a Christmas brunch or dinner, try our Christmas Mimosas. Similar to cranberry mimosas, this drink relies on cranberry juice for its ruby red festive color, perfect for the holidays!
• Another winter cocktail is this elegant Pomegranate Mimosa, garnished with pomegranate seeds and rosemary.

Summer Mimosa Ideas

• This Cranberry Vodka Spritzer is the perfect “mimosa” recipe for the warmer months. You can even add a splash of orange to make it even more authentic.

 

More Recipes You’ll Love

• Poor Man’s Margarita – Great for margarita loves on a budget!
• Mini Fruit Tarts – A sweet and adorable appetizer or dessert.
• Spiked Southern Peach Lemonade – Sweet and tangy and perfect for summer!
• Apple Cranberry Appetizer – If you love the combinations of cranberry and apple, try these Apple Cranberry Appetizer bites from A Couple Cooks.

 

Apple Mimosa Recipe