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Cranberry Mimosa

This vibrant winter cocktail combines fresh cranberry juice with bubbly champagne, accented by a splash of orange liqueur. The process involves simmering cranberries to extract their tart flavor, then mixing the chilled juice with sparkling wine for a festive, visually striking drink. The final appearance is a bright red, bubbling beverage with garnishes of fresh cranberries or citrus peel, offering a crisp and lively texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 ml fresh cranberries or frozen cranberries
  • 100 ml water for simmering cranberries
  • 1 tbsp honey or simple syrup
  • 4 oz cranberry juice chilled
  • 0.5 oz orange liqueur Cointreau or Grand Marnier
  • 20 oz champagne well chilled
  • garnish fresh cranberries or citrus peel for garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Fine sieve
  • Flute glasses
  • Spoon or muddler
  • Chiller or ice bath

Method
 

  1. Place the cranberries and water in a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, listening for the cranberries to start bursting and releasing their deep red juice, about 10 minutes.
  2. Strain the cooked cranberries through a fine sieve, pressing gently to extract all the vibrant juice. Discard the solids and chill the cranberry juice until thoroughly cold.
  3. Add the honey to the warm cranberry mixture if desired, stirring until fully dissolved to balance the tartness. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until very cold.
  4. When ready to serve, pour 3 ounces of the chilled cranberry juice into each flute glass.
  5. Add a splash (about ½ ounce) of orange liqueur to each glass for depth and citrus aroma.
  6. Gently top off each glass with 5 ounces of chilled champagne, pouring slowly to preserve the lively bubbles and prevent overflowing.
  7. Garnish each drink with a few fresh cranberries or a twist of citrus peel for a festive touch and aromatic flair.
  8. Serve immediately while the drink is bubbly, colorful, and perfectly refreshing.

Notes

Chill all ingredients thoroughly for best bubbles and flavor. Adjust sweetness with honey or simple syrup as needed. Garnish just before serving to keep the visual appeal fresh.