Crisp air, cozy vibes, and sparkling apple cider—these cocktails are made for the holidays. Whether you're hosting friends, planning a family gathering, or just looking to sip something festive, these three easy apple cider cocktails bring the perfect seasonal sparkle to your glass.

We’re mixing up a Mimosa, Margarita, and Sangria—each one with a fizzy twist and delicious garnishes that make them party-ready.

1. Apple Cider Mimosa

Simple, sparkling, and classy. This 2-ingredient cocktail is a perfect brunch option or welcome drink.

Ingredients

• 1 part Apple Cider
  
• 2 parts Sparkling Wine or Prosecco
  
• Optional Garnishes: Cinnamon + brown sugar rim, cinnamon stick, apple slices
  

How to Make It

1. Rim a champagne flute with cinnamon and brown sugar (optional).
   
2. Pour 1 part chilled apple cider.
   
3. Top with 2 parts sparkling wine.
   
4. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or apple slice.

Pro Tip: Use Honeycrisp apples for garnish—they’re flavorful and super aromatic.

2. Sparkling Apple Cider Margarita

This is your new favorite fall cocktail. It's got all the cozy flavors of caramel, apple, and spice—plus tequila for warmth.

Ingredients

• 1½ oz Reposado Tequila
  
• ½ oz Grand Marnier or Triple Sec
• ½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  
• Sparkling Apple Cider (to top)
  
• Optional Garnishes: Caramel rim, cinnamon brown sugar, rosemary, apple chunks, star anise
  

How to Make It

1. Rim your glass with caramel, then dip in cinnamon + brown sugar.
   
2. In a shaker, muddle a few chunks of apple.
   
3. Add tequila, Grand Marnier, and lemon juice.
   
4. Shake with ice, strain into the glass.
   
5. Top with sparkling apple cider.
   
6. Garnish with rosemary and star anise.

Flavor Tip: Reposado tequila adds rich notes of vanilla and honey—ideal for fall.

3. Sparkling Apple Cider Sangria

Perfect for a party. You can build it by the glass or scale it up in a pitcher. It’s a little citrusy, a little spicy, and totally refreshing.

Ingredients

• ½ oz Lemon Juice
  
• ½ oz Simple Syrup
  
• 1 oz Apple Cider
  
• 1 oz Cinnamon Whiskey
  
• Sparkling Wine (to top)
  
• Optional Garnishes: Apple slices, pomegranate seeds, rosemary, cinnamon stick
  

How to Make It

1. Combine lemon juice, simple syrup, apple cider, and cinnamon whiskey in a shaker.
   
2. Shake with ice and strain into your glass (or mix everything in a pitcher for a crowd).
   
3. Top with sparkling wine.
   
4. Garnish with apple slices, pomegranate, cinnamon stick, and rosemary.

Pitcher Tip: Batch it in advance and let your guests help themselves. Saves time—and makes you look like a pro.

🍏 Bring the Sparkle Home

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