Mimosa
Bright, bubbly, and effortlessly elegant. A classic brunch cocktail that combines chilled sparkling wine with fresh orange juice for a crisp, refreshing sip in under 5 minutes.
For 4 servings
- prep
Chill the glasses and ingredients.
Place champagne flutes and a bottle of sparkling wine in the refrigerator at least 1 hour before serving. Keep the fresh orange juice well chilled too.
TIPA cold glass keeps the bubbles lively longer. Don't skip the chill step. - mix
Pour the orange juice.
Fill each chilled champagne flute one-third full with cold orange juice.
- assemble
Top with sparkling wine.
Slowly top off each glass with well-chilled sparkling wine. Tilt the glass and pour down the side to preserve the bubbles.
TIPFor the classic ratio, aim for equal parts juice and wine. Adjust to your taste. - serve
Serve immediately without stirring.
Serve the mimosas right away. The wine and juice will mingle naturally — no need to stir.
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use a brut or extra brut sparkling wine to balance the sweetness of the orange juice without cloying.
- 2Pour the sparkling wine slowly down the side of the tilted glass to minimize bubble loss.
- 3Chill the champagne flutes for at least an hour so the drink stays colder and fizzier longer.
- 4For the best flavor, squeeze oranges just before serving and strain out all pulp.
- 5If making a pitcher, gently stir with a bar spoon rather than shaking, and add the wine just before serving.
Adapt it for your goals.
Low-sugar
Swap the orange juice for fresh grapefruit juice and use a brut nature sparkling wine with zero dosage. This cuts sugar while keeping a bright, tart citrus profile.
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Replace half the orange juice with fresh mango or passion fruit puree for a sweeter, more exotic flavor that pairs beautifully with Prosecco.
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Add 1-2 tablespoons of chilled pomegranate juice or a splash of cranberry juice per glass for a rosy hue and a subtle tart twist.
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Muddle a small sprig of fresh thyme or a basil leaf in the glass before adding orange juice, then top with sparkling wine for an aromatic, savory note that complements the citrus.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Rich in Vitamin C
Fresh orange juice provides a high amount of vitamin C, which supports immune function and collagen production.
Hydrating with Electrolytes
The combination of juice and sparkling wine offers a light source of fluids and natural fruit sugars for quick hydration.
Low in Added Sugar
Using unsweetened fresh orange juice and a dry sparkling wine keeps added sugars low compared to sweetened cocktails.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, but choose a high-quality, not-from-concentrate juice with no added sugar for the best flavor and bubble retention.
