Mixed Berry Mimosa

Step into the morning light and feel something very special happening today. Imagine the clinking of glasses, the wonderful smell of colorful berries, and the gentle fizz of sparkling wine - this is the start of something very special: a Mixed Berry Mimosa.

This drink is like a fruity symphony, combining the sweetness of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries with the effervescence of freshly squeezed orange juice. The homemade berry smoothie combined with sparkling champagne is the perfect drink to indulge in on Mother's Day!

Whether you're treating your mother to a mixed berry mimosa on Mother's Day or surprising your loved one on Valentine's Day, this recipe is perfect for any special occasion. And the best thing about it? It's very easy to make at home.

So, let's dive in together and discover the secrets of this delicious drink. Let's get mixing! 

And don't forget, May 16 is National Mimosa Day!

🥘 Ingredients

• Frozen berry mix: I am using a store-bought berry mix containing strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and currants. 
• Orange juice
• Sparkling wine: I use the term 'sparkling wine' to describe a wider range of drinks that are suitable for this recipe. You can use traditional champagne or try alternatives such as Prosecco or American sparkling wine. Here, you can get creative and discover the sparkling wine that best suits your taste preferences. When choosing a sparkling wine, remember that "brut" stands for a dry taste profile, while "sec" stands for the sweeter side of sparkling wine. As a rule, dry champagne goes well with the sweetness of orange juice, but you can choose your favorite and make it your own!
• Granulated sugar for sweetening (optional)
• Fresh strawberries for garnish

See the recipe card for quantities.

🔪 Instructions

Step 1: Blend the frozen berry mix, sugar (optional), and orange juice until smooth.

Step 2: Divide the berry mix smoothie between the champagne glasses.

Step 3: Top up each glass with sparkling wine, pouring slowly to prevent foaming.

Step 4: Stir gently and top up glasses if necessary.

Step 5: Cut a fresh strawberry into quarters and place a quarter on the rim of each glass as garnish.

🍸 Variations

• Green Mimosa for St. Patrick's Day or an Easter brunch - Add a dash of violet liqueur to your mimosa, and you will have a green St. Patrick's Day / Easter brunch mimosa at hand!
• Classic Mimosa - an all-time favorite. Especially when you are having Brunch!
• Aperol Mimosa - pimp your mimosa with a dash of Aperol!

🍽 Equipment

• Blender
• Cutting board and sharp knife
• Long stemmed spoon
• Champagne glasses

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📖 Recipe

⛑️ Food Safety

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands after touching raw meat
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.