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Cranberry Mimosa

This festive brunch cocktail combines tart cranberries with sparkling wine for a bright, effervescent drink. Muddled cranberries release their vibrant juice, which is mixed with orange liqueur and topped with bubbly, creating a colorful and refreshing beverage that captures the spirit of early winter mornings. The final appearance is a deep red hue with lively bubbles and a garnished touch of cranberries or orange peel.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 oz orange liqueur Cointreau or Grand Marnier
  • 1 oz cranberry juice preferably unsweetened
  • 1 oz simple syrup adjust to taste
  • 3-4 oz sparkling wine dry Prosecco, Cava, or Champagne
  • garnish cranberries or orange peel for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Fine strainer
  • Tall flute
  • Muddler

Method
 

  1. Place the cranberries into the cocktail shaker and gently muddle them for about 15 seconds until they release their deep red juice and aroma, creating a vibrant pulp.
  2. Add the orange liqueur, cranberry juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with the muddled cranberries.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, then close it tightly and shake vigorously for about 10–15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly diluted, with a frothy top forming.
  4. Place the fine strainer over a tall flute and strain the mixture into the glass, catching the cranberry bits for a smooth, bright red drink.
  5. Gently pour the sparkling wine into the glass, pouring slowly down the side to preserve the bubbles and create a lively, effervescent top.
  6. Garnish with a few cranberries or a twist of orange peel to add a visual pop and aromatic finish.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy the bright, sparkling celebration of early winter mornings with this festive cranberry mimosa.