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A champagne flute filled with orange-colored Apple Cider Mimosa sits on a marble surface, with two apples and a bottle in the blurred background. A white cloth is draped nearby.
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Apple Cider Mimosa

Crisp apple cider plus lively brut bubbles equals the easiest fall toast you will ever make. Two ingredients, five minutes, and a chilled flute are all you need.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 102kcal
Author: Chop and Cheers

Ingredients

  • 3 oz apple cider chilled
  • 3 oz brut Champagne Cava, or Prosecco (chilled)

Instructions

  • Put the cider, the bottle of bubbles, and the serving glasses in the fridge for at least two hours. Super-cold liquid keeps carbonation happy and flavor bright.
  • Tilt the flute about forty-five degrees, add half the cider, then slowly top with the Champagne. This order keeps the drink from fizzing over and helps the two parts stay mixed.
  • Take a tiny sip. Too sweet? Add a squeeze of lemon juice. Too dry? Stir in a splash of maple syrup or cinnamon-simple-syrup until it hits your sweet spot.
  • For an instant upgrade, rim the glass with cinnamon sugar, slide in a thin apple slice, or float a sprig of rosemary. Serve immediately while the bubbles sparkle.

Notes

Make It Your Own
  • Zero-proof version
    Swap the Champagne for non-alcoholic sparkling wine or plain seltzer so everyone can join the toast.
  • Batch for a crowd
    In a pitcher set in an ice bucket, combine one 750-ml bottle of brut with three cups of cider just before guests arrive. Let friends pour into garnished flutes.
  • Cider quality counts
    Fresh, unfiltered cider gives the cocktail real orchard flavor. If you only have clear apple juice, cut the sweetness with a dash of lemon.