Christmas Cranberry Mimosa
Kick off the holiday season with this easy and tasty Christmas mimosa recipe. Richly flavored cranberry juice and bubbly champagne create a refreshing and festive drink that’s perfect for holiday brunches or as Christmas morning mimosas.
You can craft a beautiful cocktail in minutes with just two main ingredients and optional garnishes. Plus, it has that gorgeous Christmas theme with the red cranberry juice!
Looking for more festive holiday drinks? Try my Mulled Apple Cider or get creative with New Year’s Eve Cocktails. If you love cranberry, check out my collection of Tasty Cranberry Recipes.
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Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe
- Two-Ingredient Simple: Just champagne and cranberry juice needed
- Quick Assembly: Ready in under 2 minutes
- Beautiful Presentation: Stunning ruby red color perfect for the Christmas season or other special occasions
- Easily Scalable: Simple to make for crowds or a holiday party
Recipe Ingredients
Ingredient Notes:
- Champagne – Creates the signature bubbles and crisp finish that make this classic mimosa special
- Cranberry Juice – Use 100% cranberry juice for the best flavor balance and natural tartness
- Fresh Cranberries – Optional garnish that adds festive flair and visual appeal
- Fresh Rosemary – Optional garnish that provides an aromatic holiday touch
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Additions
- Sparkling Wine Options – Prosecco or Cava can replace champagne
- Juice Variations – Mix with a splash of orange juice for added complexity
- Garnish Alternatives – Add a twist of orange peel or sugared cranberries
- Sweetness Adjustments – Add a splash of simple syrup if desired
How to Make Christmas Cranberry Mimosa (step-by-step directions)
- Pour cranberry juice into the champagne flutes (Photos 1 & 2)
- Slowly add champagne to maintain the bubbles (Photo 3)
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigs (Photo 4)
- Serve immediately
Recipe Tips
- Use chilled ingredients for the perfect serving temperature
- Pour champagne slowly to preserve carbonation
- Don’t stir – the pouring action will mix ingredients naturally
- Choose 100% cranberry juice for the best flavor balance
- Have garnishes ready before pouring
Storing Tips
- Best Practice: Serve immediately after preparation. Storing the mixture isn’t recommended.
- Make Ahead: Prepare garnishes in advance
Serving Suggestions
Create a festive Christmas brunch by serving these holiday mimosas with my 3 Ingredient Sour Cream Biscuits or Sheet Pan Scrambled Eggs. For a Christmas morning treat, pair with Christmas Tree Cupcakes.
Recipe FAQs
They are best served immediately after mixing to maintain the champagne’s carbonation. However, you can prep garnishes and chill ingredients in advance.
Use your favorite champagne since it’s a key flavor component. Brut (dry) champagne works well to balance the cranberry juice.
Keep ingredients chilled and prepare glasses with garnishes in advance. Pour juice first, then top with champagne as guests arrive to create that holiday spirit.
Yes! Replace champagne with sparkling water or non-alcoholic sparkling wine for a festive traditional mimosa mocktail.
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Christmas Cranberry Mimosa
Ingredients
- 4 Ounces (113 ⅖ g) Champagne
- 2 Ounces (56 ⅔ g) 100% Cranberry Juice
- Fresh Cranberries optional garnish
- Fresh Rosemary Sprig optional garnish
Instructions
- Pour cranberry juice into the champagne flutes2 Ounces 100% Cranberry Juice
- Slowly add champagne to maintain the bubbles4 Ounces Champagne
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and rosemary sprigsFresh Cranberries,Fresh Rosemary Sprig
- Serve immediately
Notes
- Use chilled ingredients for the perfect serving temperature
- Pour champagne slowly to preserve carbonation
- Don’t stir – the pouring action will mix ingredients naturally
- Choose 100% cranberry juice for the best flavor balance
- Have garnishes ready before pouring
Nutrition Information
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