Cranberry Orange Mimosa Cocktail Recipe

Brighten up any brunch with a fresh twist on the classic mimosa. This cranberry orange mimosa adds a festive pop of color and tangy sweetness to the traditional champagne cocktail.

The simple recipe needs just three ingredients: champagne, cranberry juice, and orange juice.

The drink’s ruby-red color makes it perfect for holidays, weddings, or any special celebration.

These mimosas take less than a minute to mix up, and guests love the sweet-tart blend of citrus and cranberry.

A big batch works great for parties. Just mix the juices ahead of time in a pitcher. Add the champagne right before serving to keep the bubbles fresh and fizzy. The recipe makes enough for 6-8 drinks.

Tasting Notes

The Cranberry Orange Mimosa offers a bright, bubbly blend of sweet and tart flavors. The fresh cranberry juice adds a crisp tartness that balances perfectly with the sweet orange juice.

Each sip starts with the effervescent sparkle of champagne bubbles, followed by the zesty orange notes. The cranberry flavor comes through at the end, creating a clean, refreshing finish.

The drink has a beautiful rosy-pink color that makes it perfect for special occasions.

When served in a champagne flute, tiny bubbles rise continuously through the drink, adding to its visual appeal.

Flavor Profile:

• Primary: Orange, cranberry
• Secondary: Citrus zest, grape (from champagne)
• Finish: Crisp, tart

The texture is light and smooth, with the champagne providing a pleasant fizzy sensation. The drink maintains its sparkle for about 15-20 minutes after pouring.

Serving Temperature: Best enjoyed at 38-45°F (3-7°C) to preserve the bubbles and enhance the fruit flavors.

Substitute

You can change the ingredients in this cocktail to match what you have or like better.

To replace the orange juice, try grapefruit juice, tangerine juice, or blood orange juice. Each gives a different citrus flavor while keeping the bright taste.

For the cranberry juice, use pomegranate juice or cherry juice. These both add similar tartness and red color to the drink.

Prosecco makes a great swap for champagne. Both are sparkling wines that mix well with fruit juices. Any dry sparkling wine will work.

Want a non-alcoholic version? Use sparkling water or ginger ale instead of champagne. Mix equal parts of the juices with the bubbly drink.

Quick Substitution Guide:

• Orange juice → Grapefruit, tangerine, blood orange juice
• Cranberry juice → Pomegranate or cherry juice
• Champagne → Prosecco or other sparkling wine
• For non-alcoholic → Sparkling water or ginger ale

The taste will change a bit with each swap, but the drink stays refreshing and festive.