Apple Cider Mimosa is a delightful fall-inspired cocktail perfect for festive gatherings. I love its perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. This cocktail elevates any celebration with its fizzy charm.
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Apple cider mimosa recipe
Apple Cider Mimosa is a delightful twist on the classic mimosa. It combines apple cider and sparkling wine for a refreshing cocktail. With the flavor of autumn, this wine cocktail is ideal for brunches, holiday celebrations, or cozy evenings.
Apple cider mimosa balances sweetness, effervescence, and warm spices. Fresh apple cider adds a naturally sweet, fruity base with a rich taste. Sparkling wine or dry champagne provides a crisp, bubbly texture. Some recipes even include cinnamon or spices for a festive touch.
This apple cider cocktail is perfect for the autumn season or holidays like Thanksgiving. Here is how to make the apple cider mimosa:
Apple Cider Mimosa
Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider chilled
- 1 bottle champagne or prosecco chilled
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Apple slices or cinnamon sticks for garnish
Instructions
- Wet the rim of the glass with a little water or apple cider. Dip the rim into a shallow dish of ground cinnamon (mix with sugar if desired).
- Pour 1/4 cup of chilled apple cider into each glass.
- Top each glass with champagne or prosecco.
- Garnish with apple slices or a cinnamon stick if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
How to pair
Apple cider mimosa pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, particularly those that highlight seasonal flavors.
1. Breakfast and Brunch Items
- Spinach feta quiche balances sweetness while offering a hearty breakfast.
- Pumpkin pancakes provide a light option for brunch.
- Apple cinnamon bread complements a sweet mimosa for breakfast.
- Apple and ham frittatas add a savory touch to the mimosa’s fruity profile.
- Baked apple oatmeal complements mimosas for a cozy brunch.
2. Main Courses
- Slow-roasted Italian pork contrasts mimosa’s refreshing qualities. It pairs well with polenta for autumn meals.
- Apple and onion braised turkey tenderloin complements apple cider’s sweet and tart notes.
- Cranberry glazed turkey tenderloin pairs well with apple cider for a festive experience.
- Roasted butternut squash and pumpkin lasagne harmonizes earthy flavors with cider’s sweetness. It offers a comforting choice for fall meals.
3. Desserts
- Apple crisp flavors harmonize with fresh apple cider. The topping adds texture contrast.
- Pumpkin pie filling pairs with mimosa’s fruity nature.
- Caramel apple tart combines caramel and apple flavors. These flavors enhance the mimosa’s apple notes.
- Pecan pie flavor contrasts with the mimosa’s lightness. This contrast creates balance.
- Apple cider donut cake echoes the mimosa’s flavors. It offers a cohesive dessert experience.
Variations
Here are 6 delightful variations of apple cider mimosas. These are perfect for fall gatherings or festive occasions:
1. Caramel Apple Cider Mimosa adds a sweet twist reminiscent of caramel apples.
- Ingredients:
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup champagne
- Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
- Instructions:
- Drizzle caramel sauce inside the glass before pouring in the apple cider and champagne.
- Garnish with an apple slice
2. Non-Alcoholic Apple Cider Mimosa
- Ingredients:
- 3 oz sparkling apple cider
- 3 oz sparkling white grape juice
- Instructions: Combine sparkling cider and grape juice.
3. Cinnamon Sugar Rim Mimosa
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz apple cider
- 2 oz prosecco or champagne
- Cinnamon sugar (for rim)
- Instructions:
- Rim the glass with agave syrup and dip in cinnamon sugar.
- Fill the glass with apple cider and top with prosecco.
- Garnish with an apple slice for added sweetness.
4. Spiced Apple Cider Mimosa
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz spiced apple cider (heated with spices)
- 2 oz champagne or sparkling wine
- Instructions:
- Heat the apple cider with cinnamon sticks and cloves, then let it cool slightly.
- Pour into a flute and top with champagne.
- This warm version is perfect for chilly days.
5. Ginger Addition
- Ingredients:
- 3 oz apple cider
- 3 oz ginger beer or ginger ale
- Instructions:
- Mix the ginger beer with the apple cider in a glass, creating a spicy kick that complements the sweetness of the cider.
- Garnish with fresh ginger slices or an apple slice
6. Autumn Harvest Mimosa
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz apple cider
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 2 oz champagne or prosecco
- Instructions:
- Combine apple cider and cranberry juice in a flute
- Top with champagne.
- This version offers a beautiful color and tart flavor. It’s ideal for Thanksgiving celebrations.
These variations highlight the flavors of fall and provide options for different tastes and preferences.
