Crispy Cinnamon Apple Cider Mimosas
A cozy, fall-inspired brunch cocktail featuring chilled apple cider and dry prosecco, served in glasses rimmed with cinnamon sugar for a sweet, spicy, and crisp experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh, unfiltered apple cider
- 1 bottle (750ml) dry prosecco (Brut)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges for rimming)
- Fresh apple slices (for garnish)
- Vanilla extract (optional, a few drops)
Instructions
- Chill wine glasses in the freezer for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- In a shallow dish, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon until evenly distributed.
- Remove a chilled glass from the freezer and run a lemon wedge around the outer rim to moisten it.
- Dip the rim of the glass into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, twisting gently to coat evenly, then tap off excess.
- In a large chilled pitcher, combine the chilled apple cider and dry prosecco using a 1:1 ratio (or 1:2 for a stronger wine kick).
- Pour the mixture slowly into the prepared glasses, filling them about 3/4 full to preserve bubbles.
- Garnish with a thin slice of fresh apple and serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are very cold to maintain carbonation. Do not over-mix the drink to preserve bubbles. The cinnamon-sugar rim should be applied just before serving to prevent it from dissolving. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute prosecco with sparkling grape juice or non-alcoholic sparkling cider.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 16
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
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