Can I make these cranberry mimosas in advance?

It is best to make this mimosas soon before serving them. If you let them sit for too long, the champagne will go flat.

Can I use cranberry juice instead of cranberry syrup for these mimosas?

Yes. If you prefer, you can use cranberry juice instead of cranberry syrup for this cocktail. You will need to add 2 to 3 times as much juice since the cranberry syrup is much more concentrated.

Can I use store bought cranberry syrup instead of making my own?

Yes. If you would like to save time, you can use a store bought cranberry syrup instead. However, making your own at home will always taste better.

Cranberry Mimosa (Poinsettia Cocktail)

Description

This Cranberry Mimosa (also called a Poinsettia Cocktail), is an easy to make Christmas brunch cocktail that is great for a crowd of people.

Ingredients

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Cranberry Simple Syrup:
- 1/2 cup cranberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
Cranberry Mimosa:
- 1 to 2 oz cranberry simple syrup
- 4 oz Prosecco or champagne

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Instructions

Make the cranberry syrup: Heat the cranberries, sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Continue to heat, stirring frequently, for about 5 to 10 minutes, pressing the cranberries with the back of a fork to burst them. Don’t let the syrup boil. Once the sugar has completely dissolved, removed the syrup from the stove and let it cool.
Prepare your glass: Dip the rim of your champagne flute in the cranberry syrup, and then roll it in a small amount of granulated sugar, pressing to make it stick.
Make the cranberry mimosa: Add the cranberry simple syrup to the bottom of your champagne flute. Top with the Prosecco. Stir and serve immediately.

Notes

Mocktail version: For a mocktail version, use non alcoholic sparkling wine or non alcoholic sparkling rosé instead of champagne.
Leftover syrup: Store leftover cranberry simple syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days. You can use leftovers to make this Cranberry Gimlet.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Cocktail Recipes
Method: Mixed
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Cocktail
Calories: 172
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 11mg
Fat: 0.1g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14.7g
Fiber: 0.1g
Protein: 0.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg