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Cranberry Mimosa

This festive drink combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the bubbly sweetness of sparkling wine, creating a vibrant, refreshing cocktail perfect for brunch or holiday celebrations. The process involves making a simple cranberry syrup, which is then combined with chilled sparkling wine for a lively and colorful presentation. The final drink boasts a bright red hue with a sparkling, effervescent texture and a balanced tart-sweet flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries, thawed
  • 1 cup sugar preferably cane sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 oz sparkling wine chilled, good quality
  • optional fresh cranberries for garnish
  • 1 sprig fresh mint for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine sieve
  • Flute glasses
  • Spoon or stirrer

Method
 

  1. Combine the cranberries, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, listening for the cranberries to start popping and releasing their color, about 10 minutes.
  3. Use a fine sieve to strain the syrup into a bowl, pressing gently to extract all the vibrant red juice. Discard the solids.
  4. Allow the syrup to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and thicken slightly.
  5. Pour 1-2 tablespoons of the chilled cranberry syrup into each flute glass.
  6. Gently top each glass with 3-4 ounces of chilled sparkling wine, pouring slowly to preserve the bubbles.
  7. Gently stir the mixture with a spoon or stirrer to combine the flavors without losing too much fizz.
  8. Garnish each glass with a few fresh cranberries and a sprig of mint for a festive touch.
  9. Serve immediately to enjoy the lively bubbles and bright, tart flavor.