Apple Cider Mimosas Recipe

Looking for a fun and tasty twist on the classic mimosa? Try this easy and delicious apple cider mimosa recipe that’s perfect for fall brunches or cozy nights in.

This Apple Cider Mimosas recipe is super easy! Only a handful of ingredients are needed to make them and they make a great signature cocktail for Sunday brunch during the holiday season.

This fall cocktail is great for a Thanksgiving brunch or fall gathering. The mimosa is full of apple spice flavor and the cinnamon sugar rim adds a sweet taste to the drink, enhancing the overall flavor.

Apple Cider Mimosas are a delicious drink & the perfect apple cider cocktail for fall adding a nice, seasonal touch to your gathering.

Ingredients Needed

• Apple Cider – Fresh apple cider or bottled apple cider works well.
• Champagne – You can use pretty much any kind of champagne. My personal favorite is a Brut (they have a have a dry, crisp flavor)
• Apple Slices – You will want a fresh apple slice for each serving.
• Cinnamon
• Sugar

Equipment

• champagne glass
• 2 small plates

Full details in recipe card.

Step By Step Instructions For Making Apple Cider Mimosas

Step 1 – Prepare Flute Rims

In a small bowl, blend cinnamon sugar mixture and transfer cinnamon and sugar to a shallow plate.

Add a small amount of water to a shallow plate (about 1/4″).
To rim the champagne flutes, Dip rim of the glass into apple cider or water and then into cinnamon sugar layer.

Step 2 – Let Rims Set

Set glasses aside to allow rim to set.

Step 3 – Pour Apple Cider & Champagne

Divide apple cider evenly between your champagne flutes.(Pour a 4 ounce portion = 1/2 cup) into each glass.
Fill glasses the rest of the way with champagne.

Step 4 – Add Garnish

Garnish each glass with fresh slice of apple and serve.

Substitutions & Variations

• Non alcohol version – sub sparkling white grape juice for the champagne to make a mocktail version of this recipe.
• Sparkling wine or sparkling rosé can be used in place of the champagne or Prosecco.
• Optional Garnishes – Line the glass rim with caramel sauce or brown sugar in place of the cinnamon sugar. You could also garnish with a cinnamon stick.
• Fall Flavors – While traditional mimosas are made with orange juice, you can use other juices such as cranberry or pomegranate for the apple cider.

Serving Suggestions

My favorite ways to serve mimosas are with this Spinach Feta Quiche or this French Toast Casserole.

• The Best Glasses for Mimosas are champagne flutes or tall thin ball glasses.
• Pour apple cider in a pitcher and place next to a bottle of chilled champagne for a mimosa bar.

Tips For Making The Perfect Apple Cider Mimosa

• You can sprinkle a little lemon juice or sprite on the apple slices to prevent browning.
• For best results, use chilled champagne and apple cider.
• The best way to store leftover ingredients separately in the refrigerator.

Recipe FAQs

What alcohol goes best with apple cider?

Apple cider goes well with champagne, Sparkling wine, vodka, gin and rum.

Can I use apple juice instead of cider?

It is not recommended. Apple cider is better for mixing cocktails than apple juice due to its deeper, more complex flavor profile.

More Delicious Fall Cocktail Recipes

These festive cocktails are perfect for a fall brunch or Thanksgiving dinner. All of our fall cocktails are full of spiced flavors.

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