A cranberry lover’s version of the standard mimosa. Tart cranberries pair perfectly with a sugar-rimmed glass and sparkling champagne bubbles!
I’m going to get right to the point – this drink right here will lend itself to a holly jolly Christmas! Say hello to the Cranberry Mimosa.
I know some people don’t care for orange juice, but that doesn’t mean they should have to forfeit mimosas at brunch. With that said, these are more than suitable as a holiday party cocktail. The tartness of the cranberry juice pairs perfectly with the sparkling bubbles. It’s a glass full of holiday cheer!
Make sure you rim the glass in sugar – King Arthur Flour Sparkling White Sugar, to be exact. It’s the only kind of sugar that I like to use as a garnish anymore. It’s perfect to rim cocktail glasses and sprinkle on cookies and cupcakes. And no, this is not a paid advertisement for KAF – I’m just a (slightly rabid) fan.
Since we’re talking garnish, I also love adding a few fresh cranberries to each glass. It’s not only a beautiful garnish, it’s a snack! And if you pop them in the freezer, they’ll help keep your drink cold. I love me a multitasker, don’t you?
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Cranberry Mimosa
Prep Time: 2 mins- Total Time: 2 mins
Yield: 2 servings
Category: Drinks
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A cranberry lover’s version of the standard mimosa. Tart cranberries pair perfectly with a sugar-rimmed glass and sparkling champagne bubbles!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cranberry juice
- 1 cup champagne
- Sparkling sugar, for garnish
- Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Instructions
- Rim two champagne glasses with a little water and then dip in sparking sugar.
- Pour 1/4 cup cranberry juice in a champagne glass.
- Add 1/2 cup champagne.
- Top with a few fresh or frozen cranberries and serve immediately. Enjoy!
OMG your glasses are all dusty too! Are you Miss Havisham?
I cannot think of a more festive drink. The sugar touch is great. Did you do the photography for this? It is amazing!
I did – thank you for the kind words!
Does this recipe use cranberry cocktail or unsweetened pure cranberry juice?
I use unsweetened pure cranberry juice, but if it’s too tart for you (even with the other ingredients), but can use a cranberry cocktail instead.