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    Home » Food and Drink » Drinks

    How to Make the Perfect Mimosa

    Published: Dec 23, 2021 by Jenna Urben · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Learn how to make the perfect mimosa at home! A classic mimosa recipe calls for equal parts sparkling wine to orange juice. These bubbly cocktails are perfect for brunch, holidays, or any special occasion.

    Want a refreshing and fizzy mimosa? My answer is always YES!

    Mimosas are the ultimate cocktail to enjoy during brunch, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Eve, holiday parties, and any celebration.

    They're light, refreshing, and bubbly. Plus super simple to make!

    What is the best champagne to make mimosas with?

    Wondering what the best wine for a mimosa is? Well it turns out, it's actually not champagne. It's sparkling wine, specifically either Prosecco from Italy or Cava from Spain.

    My go-to sparkling wine for mimosas is La Marca Prosecco! It has that pretty blue label and generally costs $10-$13. 

    The Best Mimosa Ratio

    Traditionally, mimosa recipes call for half champagne and half orange juice.

    I have to disagree, I think this makes the mimosa too heavy and flat. My perfect mimosa ratio is somewhere around 1 parts OJ and 2 parts sparkling wine. Sometimes even more bubbly!

    My recommendation is to start with your flute about half full with sparkling wine, then determine your preference from there.

    Easy Mimosa Recipe

    This 2-ingredient sparkling wine cocktail couldn't be easier!

    • 1 bottle chilled dry sparkling wine
    • 3 cups chilled orange juice

    Fresh orange juice is best but let's be honest, sometimes we don't have time to press oranges. In that case, opt for pulp-free orange juice!

    Method

    Pour the sparkling wine into the champagne flutes, filling each glass about halfway full. Top with orange juice and serve. Cheers!

    What to serve with your homemade mimosa

    You can't beat a brunch paired with mimosa! Here are some of my favorite breakfast and brunch recipes to pair with your bubbly.

    • Soft and Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
    • French Toast
    • Plant-Based Breakfast Board
    • Pancakes
    • Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole
    • Biscuits and Chocolate Gravy

    Tips for the Perfect Mimosa

    • Start with cold ingredients: Keep the sparkling wine and orange juice chilled to ensure the quintessential bright and fresh mimosa drinking experience.
    • Serve mimosa in champagne flutes: The tall flute design helps retain bubbles. If you don't have flutes, use wine glasses.
    • Angle the glass as you pour: This will help the sparkling wine from bubbling over too much and spilling over.
    • Find your perfect ratio: Start by filling your glass about half full then determine the best mimosa ratio for you by adjusting the amount of OJ to champagne.
    • Do not stir your mimosa: This releases bubbles. Trust me, just don't do it!
    • Make mimosas just before serving: I don't suggest making mimosas in advance. They'll get flat and that's no fun.
    • Variations: So you wanna get fancy with your mimosa? Lucky for you, they're super easy to adapt, so go wild. Try using bloody orange juice instead of your typically OJ. Use apple cider, cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, or pomegranate juice. You could also add a splash of Grand Marnier.

    More Easy Cocktail Recipes

    If you love this fizzy alcoholic beverage, check out my other boozy drink recipes next!

    • Champagne Cocktail
    • Aviation Cocktail
    • Pickleback Cocktail
    • Bloody Mary Cocktail
    • Classic Margarita Up
    • Easy Paloma Cocktail
    • Tequila Ranch Water

    How to Make the Perfect Mimosa at Home (2-Ingredients)

    Learn how to make the perfect mimosa at home! A classic mimosa recipe calls for equal parts sparkling wine to orange juice. These bubbly cocktails are perfect for brunch, holidays, or any special occasion.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Servings 8 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 (750 ml) bottle chilled dry sparkling wine (prosecco or cava)
    • 3 cups (750 ml) chilled orange juice (fresh squeezed or pulp-free)
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    Instructions
     

    • At an angle, pour sparkling wine into champagne flutes about half full.
    • Top with orange juice and serve immediately. Adjust ratio to suit your preferences.
    Did you make this recipe?Please leave a star rating or review in the form below, then snap a picture and tag me @theurbenlife on Instagram!

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    About Jenna Urben

    Jenna Urben is the recipe developer, content creator, and storyteller behind The Urben Life. She has over 10 years experience adapting family favorite meals to fit allergy-friendly diets. Join Jenna as she shares delicious dairy-free recipes that are easy to follow with plenty of tips and alternatives.

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