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An Apple Cider Mimosa celebrating my first job after college, perfect for autumn brunches.
Back when I secured my first job after college, a moment that felt both exhilarating and daunting, I was tasked with organizing a celebratory brunch. Despite being a nervous newbie, I wanted something that felt special yet simple. Our tiny office was nestled near a bustling apple orchard, where I often found solace and inspiration during lunch breaks. The crisp autumn air seemed to demand something as seasonal as it was celebratory. So, the Apple Cider Mimosa was born, owing much to those orchard visits.
Bringing a touch of whimsy to the office celebration, I decided to add a rim of brown sugar to the flutes. It was an easy, satisfying touch that felt like a little party trick. As I poured the chilled apple cider and champagne, I realized this drink was a metaphor for my new beginning — balancing the comforting sweetness of a past well-loved, with the effervescent possibilities of what lay ahead. A tip I picked up from a bartender friend was warming the cider slightly to enhance its aroma before serving. That little hack made the room smell like the orchard, grounding us all in the moment. The memory of that day still pops with the bubbles in every batch I make.
Ingredients
- brown sugar optional, for garnish rim
- 3 ounces apple cider
- 3 ounces champagne
- apple slices optional, for garnish
Directions
- If garnishing with brown sugar, dip the rim of a champagne flute in apple cider and then dip in brown sugar to coat the rim.
- Pour the apple cider and the champagne into the champagne flute.
- Garnish with a thin slice of apple and serve immediately!
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