Description
Festive holiday spirits collide in this eggnog mimosa, blending traditional Christmas cheer with sparkling champagne elegance. Creamy eggnog meets bubbly champagne for a luxurious cocktail that will delight guests at any seasonal celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Alcoholic Ingredients:
- 3 ounces (90 milliliters) chilled champagne or sparkling wine
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) eggnog (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) spiced rum (optional for extra warmth)
Garnish Ingredients:
- Fresh grated nutmeg
- Cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the champagne flute by placing it in the freezer for a rapid chill, ensuring a crisp and frosty presentation.
- Delicately pour the eggnog into the chilled glass, allowing it to settle at the bottom and create a creamy foundation.
- Carefully cascade the chilled champagne or sparkling wine over the eggnog, creating a layered effect and minimizing excessive foam.
- Enhance the cocktail’s depth by introducing a subtle splash of spiced rum, which will complement the holiday-inspired flavors.
- Elevate the drink’s aromatic profile by dusting freshly grated nutmeg across the surface, releasing its warm, fragrant essence.
- Insert a decorative cinnamon stick as a sophisticated garnish, providing both visual appeal and a hint of additional spice.
- Serve the eggnog mimosa immediately to preserve its optimal temperature and effervescent character, inviting guests to indulge in this festive libation.
Notes
- Chill glasses thoroughly in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to create a frosty, elegant presentation that keeps the drink extra cold.
- Select high-quality, creamy eggnog for richer flavor; homemade versions work wonderfully and elevate the cocktail’s taste profile.
- Experiment with different sparkling wines like prosecco or cava for unique flavor variations that complement the eggnog’s sweetness.
- Make this cocktail dairy-free by using almond or oat-based eggnog alternatives, perfect for guests with lactose sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails, Mocktails
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg