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Easy Salted Caramel Apple Cider Mimosas: The Best Fall Cocktail

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These Easy Salted Caramel Apple Cider Mimosas combine tart apple cider, bubbly champagne, and a buttery salted caramel rim for a quick, crowd-pleasing fall cocktail that’s perfect for brunches, holidays, or cozy mornings.

Ingredients

  • Apple Cider (fresh, unfiltered preferred)
  • Champagne or Sparkling Wine (dry brut or prosecco)
  • Salted Caramel Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Caramel Candy or Coarse Sugar (for rimming)
  • Flaky Sea Salt (e.g., Maldon)
  • Optional Garnishes: Thin apple slices, cinnamon sticks, extra caramel drizzle

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rim mixture: Crush 4-5 caramel candies into small pieces (use a zip-top bag and rolling pin or chop finely). Mix with a generous pinch of flaky sea salt on a small plate.
  2. Prepare the caramel dip: Pour about 2 tablespoons of salted caramel sauce onto a separate small plate or shallow dish.
  3. Rim the glasses: Dip the rim of each champagne flute into the caramel sauce, rotating gently to coat. Let excess drip off, then dip into the caramel-salt mixture, pressing lightly. Let sit for a minute to set.
  4. Add the apple cider: Fill each glass about one-third full with apple cider (about 2-3 ounces per standard flute).
  5. Top with champagne: Slowly pour champagne or prosecco into each glass, filling to the top. Pour gently to avoid disturbing the caramel rim.
  6. Garnish and serve: Add a thin apple slice or cinnamon stick to each glass if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use cold ingredients to keep champagne bubbly. Don’t skip the flaky sea salt—it balances sweetness. Crush caramel finely for better rim adhesion. Pour champagne slowly to preserve the rim. For a crowd, rim glasses ahead and pour when guests arrive. Don’t stir the drink; champagne mixes naturally. For non-alcoholic version, use sparkling apple cider or ginger ale.

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