There’s something magical about the holidays — the glow of twinkle lights, the sound of laughter, and a little sparkle in your glass. If you’re hosting this season, these Winter Wassail Mimosas will quickly become your go-to Christmas cocktail.
They’re a festive twist on a brunch classic, blending bubbly champagne with cozy holiday spice. Made with our Rocky Mountain Wassail Spice Blend from Birdie Mae Designs, it’s the easiest way to serve a drink that feels merry, smells amazing, and tastes like Christmas in a glass.
🥂 What You’ll Need
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2 quarts apple cider
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1 bottle champagne (or sparkling wine)
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Cinnamon sugar, for rimming glasses
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Orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cranberries, or sugared rosemary sprigs for garnish
* Feel free to increase the amount of Rocky Mountain Wassail Spice Blend for a sweeter mimosa!*
🎄 How to Make Winter Wassail Mimosas
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In a large pitcher, combine chilled apple cider and the Rocky Mountain Wassail Spice Blend.
- Rim champagne flutes with cinnamon sugar.
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Fill each glass halfway with chilled wassail cider mixture, then top with champagne. Adjust the ratio for your liking!
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Garnish with orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cranberries, or sugared rosemary sprigs.
Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of warmth, sparkle, and spice.
✨ Holiday Hosting Tip
Make the wassail base a day in advance so it’s ready to chill before your guests arrive. This drink looks beautiful in a punch bowl or poured from a glass carafe — and it’s just as delicious alcohol-free if you swap the champagne for sparkling cider.
🎁 Style Your Christmas Drink Station
Pair your Winter Wassail Mimosas with festive paper cups, plates, and napkins from our Christmas Collection. From red plaid plates to gingerbread party cups, these pieces make entertaining effortless and stylish — just add your favorite people and a little holiday music.
Because Christmas gatherings should be simple, beautiful, and full of cheer — one sparkling sip at a time.
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