Mimosa Recipe

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Additional Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    8 flutes

  • Calories

    133 kcal

  • Course

    Drinks

  • Cuisine

    French, American

Mimosa Recipe

The Mimosa Recipe is a classic sparkling wine cocktail mixed with fresh orange juice for a bright and refreshing flavor. The chilled sparkling wine blends with the orange juice to create a lightly effervescent, citrusy beverage. Adding Grand Marnier is optional, providing a subtle orange liqueur note that deepens the taste complexity. This drink is typically served in chilled champagne flutes, making it a festive choice for brunch or celebrations.

Description

This Mimosa Recipe calls for dry sparkling wine combined with freshly squeezed orange juice, chilled before mixing. Pouring the sparkling wine first preserves its bubbles, then topping with an equal amount of orange juice creates a balanced and refreshing cocktail. The optional addition of Grand Marnier adds a nuanced orange liqueur flavor for a slightly richer profile. Serving the drink in chilled champagne flutes enhances the experience by keeping it cool and effervescent.

The drink’s light effervescence and citrus notes make it suitable for brunch gatherings or special occasions that call for a celebratory yet simple beverage. Garnishing with fresh orange slices or strawberries adds visual appeal and a hint of freshness without altering the core flavor.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 750 ml sparkling wine chilled, dry, in bottle
  • 3 cups orange juice chilled, fresh squeezed
  • 1/2 cup Grand Marnier optional

Instructions

  1. Place 8 champagne flutes in the fridge for 1 hour if you have time.
  2. When ready to serve, fill the flutes 1/2 full with chilled sparkling wine first, and next same ratio of orange juice.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of Grand Marnier to each glass, if using it.
  4. Garnish the flutes with fresh orange slices or strawberries.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 133kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 16g (5%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 9mg (0%) Potassium 273mg (6%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 14g (28%) Vitamin A 186IU (4%) Vitamin C 47mg (52%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8flutes

Amount Per Serving

Calories 133 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 133kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 16g 5%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Potassium 273mg 6%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 14g 28%
Vitamin A 186IU 4%
Vitamin C 47mg 52%
Calcium 19mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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