By Becky Hardin
Updated May 21, 2025
Apple Cider Mimosas are an easy and fun twist on a classic brunch favorite and the perfect way to celebrate fall. The sweet and crisp apple cider pairs well with bubbly champagne, creating a fall cocktail ideal for breakfast, brunch, Thanksgiving, or any time during apple season. I love a good mimosa, and this cozy variation is my favorite way to toast this time of the year.
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“This Apple Cider Mimosa is absolutely the best drink for summer! I found your post from Pinterest! Thanks for sharing, Becky!” -Julia
Apple Cider Mimosas
This is my favorite fall cocktail to make with apple cider as it’s perfect for fall festivities, breakfast, brunch, or even Thanksgiving. And since you only need 2 ingredients, it couldn’t be easier. Grab your favorite apple cider from the grocery store or apple orchard, or if you’re up for the task, make apple cider in the Instant Pot .
For a sweet twist on this seasonal favorite, add homemade caramel sauce , brown sugar, or a pinch of cinnamon. And don’t forget to garnish the rims of the glasses as they add a twist of fun and a hint of glamour to your drink.
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- ▢ gold and silver sprinkles for rim of glass optional
- ▢ 1 cup apple cider
- ▢ 1/2 cup Champagne favorite mid-range champagne or other sparkling white wine
- ▢ 2 apple slices for garnish, optional
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Instructions
- Dip the top of each champagne glass into water, then dip in the sprinkles to coat the rim. gold and silver sprinkles for rim of glass
- Fill each champagne glass 1/2 to 3/4 full with apple cider (depending on how strong you want your mimosas to be). 1 cup apple cider
- Top each glass with champagne. 1/2 cup Champagne
- Add an apple slice (optional) for garnish, serve, and enjoy. 2 apple slices
Becky’s Tips
- Garnish the rim with caramel, sprinkles, cinnamon sugar, or anything you love.
- Use sparkling white grape juice instead of champagne for an alcohol-free mimosa.
- I highly recommend using apple cider over apple juice , as c ider is unfiltered and unpasteurized, giving it a richer, more authentic fall flavor. Apple juice is heat- treated and milder and still usable in a pinch, but not quite the same.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Apple Cider Mimosas Step by Step
Coat the rims of the glasses: Dip the top of each champagne glass into water, then dip in the sprinkles to coat the rim.
Add the apple cider: Fill each champagne glass 1/2 to 3/4 full with apple cider, depending on how strong you want your mimosas to be.
Fill with champagne: Top each glass with 1/2 cup of champagne.
Garnish and serve : Add an apple slice (optional) for garnish, serve and enjoy.
How to Store
I do not recommend making this apple cider cocktail ahead of time or storing extras because the champagne will go flat. However, you can certainly store extra cider in the fridge, and keep your bubbly stored properly. It’s only 2 ingredients, so it’s quick to make in a moment’s notice!
Serving Suggestions
This apple cider mimosa goes well with fall-inspired brunch recipes, like Apple Cinnamon Bread , these family-favorite Pumpkin Pancakes , hearty Apple and Ham Frittatas , or even Baked Apple Oatmeal .
more apple cider cocktails we love
Apple Cider Mojitos
Caramel Apple Sangria (Apple Pie Sangria)
Apple Cider Hot Toddy
Apple Pie Drink (Apple Cider Punch)
Apple Cider Mimosas
Ingredients
- gold and silver sprinkles for rim of glass optional
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup Champagne favorite mid-range champagne or other sparkling white wine
- 2 apple slices for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Dip the top of each champagne glass into water, then dip in the sprinkles to coat the rim. gold and silver sprinkles for rim of glass
- Fill each champagne glass 1/2 to 3/4 full with apple cider (depending on how strong you want your mimosas to be). 1 cup apple cider
- Top each glass with champagne. 1/2 cup Champagne
- Add an apple slice (optional) for garnish, serve, and enjoy. 2 apple slices
Video
Notes
- Garnish the rim with caramel, sprinkles, cinnamon sugar, or anything you love.
- Use sparkling white grape juice instead of champagne for an alcohol-free mimosa.
- I highly recommend using apple cider over apple juice , as c ider is unfiltered and unpasteurized, giving it a richer, more authentic fall flavor. Apple juice is heat- treated and milder and still usable in a pinch, but not quite the same.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
