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Sparkling Apple Cider Mimosa with Cinnamon Rim: Easy Holiday Cocktail

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A quick and festive holiday cocktail featuring sparkling apple cider and prosecco with a cinnamon-sugar rim, perfect for Christmas morning or any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bottle sparkling apple cider, chilled
  • 1 bottle prosecco or champagne, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
  • Apple slices (for garnish)
  • Cinnamon sticks (for garnish, optional)
  • Ice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cinnamon-sugar mixture: In a small shallow dish, combine 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon with 2 tablespoons granulated sugar. Mix with a fork until evenly distributed. If using honey, stir in 1 tablespoon now.
  2. Prepare the rimming station: Pour a small amount of honey or maple syrup into a second shallow dish.
  3. Rim the glasses: Dip the rim of each champagne flute into the honey, then into the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Press lightly and rotate to coat evenly. Tap off excess sugar.
  4. Chill the glasses (optional): Place rimmed glasses in the fridge for 10 minutes to set the rim.
  5. Slice the apple garnish: Using a sharp knife, cut thin, round apple slices (about 1/8 inch thick). Make a small slit in each slice to sit on the rim. Squeeze lemon juice over slices to prevent browning.
  6. Pour the sparkling apple cider: Fill each rimmed glass halfway with chilled sparkling apple cider.
  7. Top with prosecco: Gently pour prosecco into each glass, filling almost to the top. Pour slowly to avoid disturbing the rim.
  8. Garnish and serve: Slide an apple slice onto the rim of each glass. Add a cinnamon stick if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

The cinnamon rim is the star of this drink. For best results, chill all ingredients and glasses beforehand. Serve immediately to preserve bubbles and rim texture. For a non-alcoholic version, replace prosecco with additional sparkling apple cider or sparkling water.

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