Brunch Drink Duo: Crimosas & Cape Codders

1. Crimosas (Cranberry Mimosas)Alcoholic Version (makes 8 glasses)

• 3 cups (24 oz) 100% cranberry juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
• 1 bottle (750 ml) chilled champagne, prosecco, or sparkling wine
• ½–¾ cup orange juice (optional, for a brighter citrus note)
• Fresh cranberries and orange slices for garnish
• Optional: 2–3 Tbsp honey or maple syrup to sweeten the cranberry juice slightly

Virgin Crimosas (Ginger Beer Version)

• 3 cups cranberry juice
• 3–4 cups chilled ginger beer (non-alcoholic)
• ½ cup orange juice or sparkling water
• Same garnishes

Instructions (both versions):

1. If desired, lightly sweeten the cranberry juice with honey/maple and stir well.
2. In each champagne flute or tall glass: Pour 3–4 oz cranberry juice base.
3. Top slowly with 4–5 oz chilled sparkling wine (alcoholic) or ginger beer (virgin) to preserve bubbles.
4. Add a splash of orange juice if using.
5. Garnish with a few fresh cranberries and an orange slice on the rim.

2. Cape CoddersAlcoholic Version (makes 8 glasses)

• 2 cups (16 oz) vodka (chilled)
• 6 cups (48 oz) cranberry juice
• ¼–⅓ cup lime juice (freshly squeezed, for brightness)
• Ice cubes
• Lime wedges and fresh cranberries for garnish

Virgin Cape Codders (Ginger Beer Version)

• 6–7 cups cranberry juice
• 2–3 cups chilled ginger beer
• ¼ cup lime juice
• Garnish with lime or cranberries

Instructions (both versions):

1. In a large pitcher, combine cranberry juice and lime juice. 
2. For alcoholic: Add vodka and stir gently.
3. For virgin: Add ginger beer just before serving to keep it fizzy.
4. Fill 8 highball or rocks glasses with ice. Pour 8–10 oz of the mixture into each.
5. Garnish with a lime wedge and a few cranberries (drop some into the drink for color)

Brunch Serving Suggestions

• Bar Setup: Place the two pitchers side-by-side with a “Crimosa” and “Cape Codder” label, plus virgin versions clearly marked. 
• Pairing: The tart cranberry cuts beautifully through the creamy, honey-sweetened Greek yogurt parfaits.
• Servings: Each recipe yields about 8 generous glasses (roughly 6–8 oz each).
• Custom Twists:
  • Add a dash of sweet cinnamon to the rim of glasses for a warm brunch note. 
  • For extra fruit flair, float a few berries from your parfait fruit mix.
  • Non-alcoholic base works great for all ages or daytime sipping.