apple cider mimosas in glasses on a tray surrounded by cinnamon sprigs and apples

When I think of fall drinks, I usually think of a warm drink, steam rising off the top, being enjoyed under the blanket of a starry sky on a chilly autumn evening. But who says you have to wait for it to be coat weather or dark out to enjoy a fall cocktail–and who says it has to be a hot drink? An Apple Cider Mimosa is the perfect drink for a fall brunch! Especially if you happen to live somewhere where the weather hasn’t exactly gotten the memo that it’s fall yet!

apple cider mimosas in glasses on a tray

These mimosas are crazy simple to whip up, and I’m sure you’ll be enjoying them for brunch as often as you can this fall! An apple cider cocktail is a simple way to celebrate the season and to feel a little fancy, even while we’re brunching at home. The flavors of the apple cider, cinnamon, and brown sugar mingle perfectly with the bubbly prosecco! Enjoy your mimosas with waffles, muffins, pancakes, or french toast! Can you tell I like to pair something sweet with my sweet drink? Heh.

apple cider cocktails in glasses

You can double this recipe or halve it if you just want an apple cider mimosa for one! It’s flexible like that. Get the complete instructions below–happy fall brunching!

closeup of apple cider mimosa being poured

Did you try this apple cider cocktail? Tell us your thoughts in the comments! For more seasonal staples, shop our fall fashion assortment!

This recipe comes from our food contributor, Stephanie Simmons, of Blue Bowl. Her goal with her kitchen-tested recipes is to get you excited about cooking, show you how good food can taste, and prove that you don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to make a good meal.

  • PREP TIME: 5 MINS
  • SERVES: 2
  • Apple Cider Cocktail
  • Fall Cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 mini bottle of prosecco or champagne
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar
  • Pinch of cinnamon
  • Cinnamon sticks and/or raw sugar for garnish

Directions

Prep:

Dip the rims of your glasses in water and pour some raw or cane sugar onto a plate. Dip the wet glass rims into the sugar to make a fun garnish on the glasses.

 

Make the Drinks:

  • In a 2-cup glass measuring cup, add the apple cider, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Stir or whisk together.
  • Divide this mixture between two glasses, and then top each glass with your desired amount of prosecco or champagne.
  • Serve with a cinnamon stick, if desired!