Cranberry Bliss Mimosas

This delightful cocktail is a refreshing and festive twist on the classic mimosa. It combines the bright flavors of fresh orange juice with a homemade cranberry simple syrup, topped off with bubbly champagne or prosecco. The sweet and tangy cranberry syrup adds a beautiful pink hue to the drink, making it perfect for special occasions or brunch gatherings.

Cranberry Bliss Mimosas

Cranberry Bliss Mimosas are a vibrant and flavorful variation of the traditional mimosa, featuring a homemade cranberry simple syrup and fresh orange juice topped with champagne or prosecco.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 1-2 tablespoons cranberry simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • Champagne or prosecco, chilled
  • Orange slice and a couple cranberries for garnish
  • For Cranberry Simple Syrup:
  • 1 1/4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer.
  2. Reduce the heat and let the cranberries steep for about 10 minutes.
  3. Pour the mixture through a strainer, discarding the cranberries.
  4. Chill the cranberry simple syrup in the fridge until cold. It can be made in advance.
  5. Add 3 tablespoons of orange juice to the bottom of a champagne flute.
  6. Pour 1-2 tablespoons of cranberry simple syrup into the flute, depending on desired sweetness.
  7. Top the flute off with champagne or prosecco.
  8. Garnish with an orange slice and a couple of cranberries.