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?
Spread the cranberry mimosa cheer and tag your photos on Instagram with @stressbaking #stressbaking and follow me so I can see them!
Pro tip: If you’re looking to make these for a crowd this holiday and don’t want to worry about people breaking your nice champagne flutes, I highly recommend these disposable recyclable ones that come in a set of 12. Super cheap, no dishes to worry about, and they hold the alcohol which is really the most important piece. They have one job to do, and they do it well. And you can get them with or without stems!
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Cranberry Mimosa
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Prep Time: 2 mins - Total Time: 2 mins
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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.
What kind of champagne do you use? Maybe I missed it but I didn’t see if you specified. I love sparkling moscato but wasn’t sure if that would work. I hope I can make mine look as pretty as you did ?
I didn’t specify because it’s up to you and what you like 🙂 I personally prefer extra dry champagne, but if you like a sweeter one, go for it!
How do you make this for a crowd?
Hi Ardina! I’m not sure how many people you’re looking to serve, but a 1.5L champagne bottle holds ~6 cups (give or take) so if you multiplied this recipe by 5 you’d have enough for 10 people using a single bottle of champagne. Hope that helps!
I wonder if this would be a good “pitcher” served drink.? My son and his fiancé are getting married on dec 12.
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Pitcher? Or one of those glass dispensers? Thinking Christmas wedding tipple.
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Since it uses champagne that will lose its carbonation, it doesn’t work well mixed in a pitcher like you would with some other drinks.