Cranberry Mimosa

You need a simple but beautiful cocktail for the holidays, and this cranberry mimosa will be a hit with everyone. Just 3 ingredients and 3 minutes and you’ll be toasting the season!

Why this recipe works

Mimosas are not just for Mother’s Day and brunch. They are a celebratory cocktail that can be enjoyed year round. This cranberry version is ideal for fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Ingredients you will need

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

• sparkling wine or Prosecco
• orange juice
• cranberry juice
• fresh cranberries

How to Make a Cranberry Mimosa

You can make a single-serve cocktail, and I’ll give you the instructions for that, but likely you will want to share with friends! Here are the instructions for both, the measurements are in the recipe card at the end.

For One drink

1. Pour the cranberry juice into a champagne flute.
2. Add orange juice.
3. Top off with sparkling wine.
4. Garnish with a few fresh cranberries. Serve immediately.

For A Crowd

Combine the sparkling wine, orange juice, cranberry juice, and fresh cranberries in a large pitcher. Pour into champagne flutes as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are many kinds of sparkling wine. I often opt for Italian Prosecco in a mimosa because it’s more affordable than traditional French Champagne— but still just as delicious.

I recommend using freshly squeezed orange juice, although bottled will work as well.

It is important to use pure cranberry juice, not cranberry juice cocktail. Pure cranberry juice has a more tart, berry flavor while cranberry juice cocktail is very sweet and fruity.

Make sure to chill the sparkling wine, orange juice, and cranberry juice before making your cocktail. Mimosas should be served chilled, but not with ice.

I do not recommend making mimosa more than 15 minutes before serving as the sparkling wine will start to flatten (lose its bubbles) immediately once opened. This includes using the instructions here for making a pitcher.

Whether you are hosting a large party or intimate get-together, this cranberry mimosa is a delicious twist with holiday spirit.

More Holiday Cocktails

• Chocolate Peppermint Martini
• Hot Cranberry Punch
• Cranberry Prosecco Punch
• Cranberry Holiday Punch
• Mulled Wine
• Eggnog Cocktail
• Cranberry Sangria
• Caramel Apple Mimosa
• Spiked Caramel Apple Cider

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