Description
Enjoy a refreshing Mimosa, a delightful mix of freshly squeezed orange juice and bubbly champagne, perfect for brunch or special occasions. This easy-to-make drink can be customized with various garnishes for added flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 part fresh orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
- 1 part champagne or sparkling wine (choose a dry variety for balance)
- Fresh orange slices or berries for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a chilled drink)
Instructions
- Wash 3-4 medium-sized oranges thoroughly. Cut them in half and use a citrus juicer to extract about 1 cup of juice. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove pulp or seeds if desired.
- Chill champagne flutes in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before serving for an extra refreshing touch.
- Select a dry champagne or sparkling wine, such as Brut or Extra Brut. Prosecco or Cava are great budget-friendly alternatives.
- For each mimosa, use equal parts of orange juice and champagne. A standard serving is about 4 ounces of each.
- Pour the fresh orange juice into the chilled champagne flute, filling it halfway (about 4 ounces).
- Slowly pour the champagne over the orange juice, leaving some space at the top to avoid overflow.
- For a blended drink, gently stir with a long spoon, but it’s best to leave it layered for visual appeal.
- Enhance your mimosa with a slice of fresh orange on the rim or a few fresh berries for added color and flavor.
- Serve immediately while bubbly. For gatherings, set up a mimosa bar with various juices and garnishes for guests to customize.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.
- Try mixing in other citrus juices like grapefruit or blood orange for a unique twist.
- Add a splash of soda water if the mimosa is too sweet.
- For larger gatherings, mix orange juice and champagne in a pitcher in a 1:1 ratio and serve over ice.
- Store any leftover orange juice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Mimosas pair well with brunch dishes like eggs benedict, pancakes, or fresh fruit salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes