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The quintessential brunch cocktail, the Mimosa is an effervescent and refreshing blend of chilled sparkling wine and fresh orange juice. Its elegant simplicity makes it perfect for celebrations, holidays, or a luxurious weekend morning.
For 6 servings
Chill Ingredients and Glassware
Pour the Sparkling Wine
Top with Orange Juice
Garnish and Serve Immediately
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The quintessential brunch cocktail, the Mimosa is an effervescent and refreshing blend of chilled sparkling wine and fresh orange juice. Its elegant simplicity makes it perfect for celebrations, holidays, or a luxurious weekend morning.
This french recipe takes 5 minutes to prepare and yields 6 servings. At 9674.8 calories per serving with 14.14g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for beverage or brunch.
Add 1/2 ounce (15 ml) of Grand Marnier or another orange liqueur to each glass for a deeper citrus flavor and a boozier kick.
Substitute orange juice with cranberry juice for a festive, tart variation, perfect for holidays.
Replace the orange juice with grapefruit juice for a tangier, slightly more bitter profile.
Use a 2:1 ratio of orange juice to pineapple juice, and add a splash of grenadine for a beautiful sunrise effect.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the sparkling wine with sparkling white grape juice, ginger ale, or a non-alcoholic sparkling cider.
Orange juice is an excellent source of Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that supports a healthy immune system, promotes collagen production for skin health, and aids in iron absorption.
Both orange juice (flavonoids like hesperidin) and sparkling wine (polyphenols) contain antioxidants that help protect your body's cells from damage caused by free radicals.
Orange juice is a good source of folate (Vitamin B9), which is essential for cell growth and metabolism. Folate is particularly important for red blood cell formation.
A standard Mimosa (around 5 oz or 150 ml) contains approximately 100-120 calories, depending on the sweetness of the sparkling wine and orange juice used.
In moderation, a Mimosa can offer some benefits, like Vitamin C from the orange juice. However, it contains alcohol and sugar, so it should be consumed mindfully as part of a balanced diet. It is not considered a health drink.
A dry, high-acid sparkling wine is best. Spanish Cava and Italian Prosecco are excellent, affordable choices. A French Crémant or a dry (Brut) Champagne also work beautifully. Avoid sweet wines like Asti Spumante.
It's not recommended. Making a large batch ahead of time will cause the sparkling wine to lose its carbonation and go flat. It's best to make each Mimosa to order or set up a 'Mimosa Bar' where guests can pour their own.
Excess foam is usually caused by pouring too quickly or pouring the orange juice in first. To minimize foam, pour the sparkling wine slowly down the side of a tilted glass, let it settle, and then gently top with orange juice.
Yes, you can. For the best results, choose a high-quality, not-from-concentrate, pulp-free orange juice. However, freshly squeezed juice will always provide the brightest, most authentic flavor.