French Mimosa Cocktail

The mimosa is a bright, easy brunch cocktail made by combining chilled sparkling wine with fresh orange juice. Its gentle bubbles and citrus flavor make it a timeless favorite.

Chill both ingredients well, pour the sparkling wine first, and top with orange juice. The slow pour protects the bubbles and keeps the drink light.

Use fresh, strained orange juice and avoid shaking or stirring after pouring. A dry sparkling wine gives the best balance against the fruit’s sweetness.

Serving Suggestions

Serve in chilled flutes with a small orange twist alongside pastries, eggs, smoked salmon, or fresh fruit. For a lighter version, add a splash of soda water.

Recipe Notes

For a non-alcoholic option, replace the sparkling wine with chilled non-alcoholic sparkling wine or sparkling water. Assemble just before serving.

Classic French Mimosa Cocktail

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A bright brunch mimosa made with chilled dry sparkling wine, fresh orange juice, and an orange twist.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 6 drinks

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: French

Calories: 145

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

 

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Mimosas

• 1 bottle chilled dry sparkling wine 750 ml bottle
• 3 cups fresh orange juice strained and chilled
• 1 large orange for twists

Equipment

• Six champagne flutes
• Citrus juicer
• Fine strainer
• Paring knife

Method

 

Prepare:

1. Chill the sparkling wine, orange juice, and champagne flutes. Strain the juice if it contains a lot of pulp.

Pour and Serve:

1. Pour sparkling wine into each flute until half full. Slowly top with orange juice, leaving room for the bubbles.
2. Garnish each glass with a thin orange twist and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgSugar: 9g

Notes

• Chill all ingredients before mixing.
• Pour sparkling wine first to reduce foaming.
• Assemble immediately before serving.