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
Equipment
- Six champagne flutes
- Citrus juicer
- Fine strainer
- Paring knife
Ingredients
Mimosas
- 1 bottle chilled dry sparkling wine 750 ml bottle
- 3 cups fresh orange juice strained and chilled
- 1 large orange for twists
Instructions
Prepare:
- Chill the sparkling wine, orange juice, and champagne flutes. Strain the juice if it contains a lot of pulp.
Pour and Serve:
- Pour sparkling wine into each flute until half full. Slowly top with orange juice, leaving room for the bubbles.
- Garnish each glass with a thin orange twist and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chill all ingredients before mixing.
- Pour sparkling wine first to reduce foaming.
- Assemble immediately before serving.