Light Apple Cider Mimosas with Easy Cinnamon Rim
A crisp, refreshing fall cocktail combining tart apple cider with dry sparkling wine, finished with a warm cinnamon sugar rim. Perfect for brunch or any autumn gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) apple cider, chilled
- 2 cups (480 ml) champagne or brut sparkling wine, chilled
- 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon (2.5 g) ground cinnamon
- Apple slice or lemon wedge, for moistening the rim
- Optional garnish: thin apple slices, cinnamon sticks, or fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- In a small shallow dish, combine 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Run an apple slice or lemon wedge around the rim of each chilled glass to moisten it lightly.
- Dip the moistened rim into the cinnamon sugar mixture, rotating to coat evenly. Tap off excess.
- Pour 1/4 cup (60 ml) chilled apple cider into each prepared glass.
- Slowly pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) chilled sparkling wine into each glass, pouring at an angle to preserve bubbles.
- Garnish with optional apple slices, cinnamon sticks, or rosemary sprigs. Serve immediately.
Notes
Chill all ingredients for at least 2 hours before serving. For a non-alcoholic version, use sparkling apple cider or sparkling water. For a spiced version, add 1 tablespoon bourbon per glass. The rim is key—use a light hand when moistening to avoid sogginess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 19
Keywords: apple cider mimosa, fall cocktail, brunch drink, cinnamon sugar rim, easy cocktail