Classic Mimosa Recipe

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Sunday can only mean one thing: Brunch! But no brunch is complete without the mimosa! Learn to make the perfect Classic Mimosa to take your perfect homemade brunch to the next level!

Gorgeous mimosa, garnished with orange slice in cute glass with small gems.

Some things just make sense together, like the tantalizing flavor combination of orange juice and champagne!

This easy Mimosa recipe is a celebration of everything bright and bubbly! It is the perfect easy drink for brunches, holidays, showers, or just because all it takes are two easy ingredients! So grab the glasses and let’s cheer on this easy mimosa recipe!

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

🥘 Ingredients

Sparkling Wine: I use the term ‘sparkling wine’ to cover the more broad range of beverages you can use in this recipe. You can use a traditional Champagne or try a refreshing Prosecco or American Sparkling wine. You can really have fun experimenting and finding the type of bubbles you love. Remember when shopping for bubbles, brut is the drier end of the spectrum, or less sweet, whereas sec is the sweet side of bubbly wine. Generally, a dry champagne pairs nicely with the sweetness of OJ, but choose your favorite!
Orange Juice: Whether you love freshly squeezed or just freshly poured this sunny juice will brighten your day with its balanced tart flavor.
Orange Slices: To bring this beverage to life, float orange slices in the mimosa or perch an orange slice on the edge of the glass for a vibrant and delicious presentation!

See the recipe card for quantities.

🔪 Instructions

Fill the glasses halfway with sparkling wine.

Fill the glass half full with sparkling wine.

Fill to the top with orange juice.
Garnish with an orange slice, and enjoy!

Garnish your classic mimosa with a little orange slice.

🍸 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!
Berry Mimosa—for Mother's Day! To create this delicious treat, add a berry mix smoothie to your mimosa.
Aperol Mimosa - pimp your mimosa with a dash of Aperol!
Or check out our Mimosa Roundup Post, filled with over 30 delicious Mimosa recipes!

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🍽 Equipment

Champagne Glass: I love to use a traditional flute-shaped glass for this classic mimosa.
Cutting Board and Sharp Knife: Pre-slice your orange slices using a clean cutting board and knife. That way when the brunch party is going you're not slowing down to slice more garnishes!

💭 Top tips

This classic cocktail is all about the ratio. Always aim to use an equal portion of sparkling wine to orange juice

🙋🏻 FAQ

What Pairs Well with a Classic Mimosa?

This drink was made for breakfast and lunch flavors. It is great with bacon, french toast, or even biscuits and gravy. Its fizzy orange flavor also makes it perfect for light sandwiches and fresh green salads.

I Love This Mimosa. How Can I Make It for The Whole Family?

I adore making brunch for the whole family. Whether it’s just us or the whole extended brood, I always aim to impress with drinks and sweets for everyone!

That is why I love to mix up a batch of virgin mimosas so the kids feel like they’re part of the fun! Use the magic mimosa ratio to combine orange juice and sparkling white grape juice. Just remember to serve the little ones in plastic champagne flutes to avoid disaster!

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