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Cranberry Mimosa

This festive drink combines the tart freshness of simmered cranberries with bubbly sparkling wine, creating a bright and lively beverage perfect for brunch or celebrations. The process involves making a flavorful cranberry syrup, then gently mixing it with chilled wine and garnishes for a sparkling, colorful presentation with popping cranberries. Final texture is effervescent and slightly syrupy, with vibrant red hues and fresh fruit accents.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Festive
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cup fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries
  • 1/4 cup cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup cup sparkling wine chilled
  • 1-2 tablespoons tbsp orange liqueur optional
  • a few cranberries fresh cranberries for garnish
  • 1 sprig mint for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine sieve
  • Pitcher
  • Glasses

Method
 

  1. Combine cranberries, honey, and a splash of water in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, listening for the cranberries to burst and fill your kitchen with a bright, fruity aroma. Continue simmering until the mixture thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
  2. Strain the hot cranberry mixture through a fine sieve, pressing gently to extract all the vibrant juice. Discard the solids and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
  3. Once cooled, pour about 2-3 tablespoons of the cranberry syrup into each glass. If you like, add a splash of orange liqueur for extra citrus depth.
  4. Slowly pour chilled sparkling wine into each glass, tilting gently to preserve the bubbles and fill the glass about three-quarters full. Listen for the fizz as the bubbles rise.
  5. Gently stir the mixture to combine the syrup with the sparkling wine, then garnish each glass with a few fresh cranberries and a sprig of mint for a vibrant, festive look.
  6. Serve immediately to enjoy the lively bubbles and bright flavors. Cheers to a sparkling celebration!

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, substitute sparkling water or cider for the wine. Make the cranberry syrup in advance and store in the fridge for up to a week. Garnish just before serving to keep the fresh look and lively bubbles.