Light, refreshing, and effortlessly elegant, mimosas are the ultimate brunch cocktail. With just two simple ingredients sparkling wine and orange juice this classic drink is easy to make by the glass or by the pitcher for a crowd.

Ingredients

1 (750 mL) bottle dry sparkling wine, chilled
1½ to 3 cups 100% orange juice, chilled*
Optional garnish: Fresh orange slices

*Use high-quality, pulp-free orange juice for the best flavor and presentation.

Instructions

For a Single Serving:

Slowly pour chilled sparkling wine into a champagne flute until about two-thirds full.
Gently top with orange juice until the glass is full. Do not stir.
Garnish with a slice of orange, if desired, and serve immediately.

For a Pitcher (Serves 6–8):

Pour the entire bottle of sparkling wine into a large chilled pitcher.
Add 1½ to 2 cups of orange juice, depending on your preferred strength.
Do not stir. Refrigerate for up to 10 minutes before serving.
Pour into champagne flutes and garnish as desired.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Made in under 2 minutes — perfect for last-minute brunch plans
Customizable to your sweetness or strength preference
Elegant and festive for brunch, showers, holidays, or celebrations
Minimal ingredients and cleanup
Scales easily for single servings or large groups

Tips

Chill everything: Use cold wine and juice to keep the drink crisp without ice, which can dilute it.
Pour wine first: This helps prevent foaming and makes for a cleaner pour.
Don’t stir: Stirring breaks down the bubbles — let the ingredients mix naturally.
Use a dry sparkling wine: Brut or Cava works best to balance the sweetness of the juice.

Variations and Substitutions

Use different juices: Try pineapple, grapefruit, cranberry, or blood orange juice for a twist.
Add a liqueur: Splash in Grand Marnier, elderflower, or Chambord for added depth.
Frozen mimosa: Blend with ice or frozen fruit for a slushy version.
Mocktail version: Use sparkling water, ginger ale, or non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
Garnish ideas: Add fresh berries, mint, or a sugared rim for flair.

FAQs

What kind of sparkling wine should I use?
Choose a dry sparkling wine like Brut Champagne, Cava, or Prosecco. Avoid overly sweet or flavored options unless desired.

Can I make mimosas ahead of time?
It’s best to prepare mimosas just before serving to preserve the bubbles. For convenience, you can chill the wine and juice and have everything ready to pour.

What’s the ideal wine-to-juice ratio?
A classic mimosa is about 2 parts wine to 1 part juice, but you can adjust to taste.

Do I need champagne flutes?
While flutes help preserve the bubbles longer, any small glass will work in a pinch.

Serving

Mimosas are perfect for:

Brunch gatherings
Bridal and baby showers
Holiday breakfasts or Mother’s Day
Birthdays, brunch parties, and casual entertaining
Toasts and light aperitifs before a meal

Serve cold in champagne flutes or stemless wine glasses, and garnish with an orange slice or twist for a fresh, finished look.

Suggestions

Pair with dishes like quiche, French toast, or fresh fruit platters.
Make a mimosa bar with different juices, garnishes, and bottles of bubbly.
Freeze leftover juice in ice cube trays to use in future drinks.
Add edible flowers or gold flakes for a festive and fancy presentation.