Mimosa Recipe

Chill

Ensure both the sparkling wine and the orange juice are well chilled (ideally 40–50°F / 4–10°C). Place bottles or containers in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving or in an ice bucket for 20–30 minutes.

Prepare Glasses

Use flute glasses or coupe glasses. Rinse briefly with cold water and drain to cool the glass if desired. Do not fill glasses with ice.

Measure Juice

Pour 1/4 cup (60 ml) of freshly squeezed orange juice into each glass. For a 1:1 ratio classic Mimosa, pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) orange juice and 1/2 cup (120 ml) sparkling per serving; this recipe yields two 1:1 servings.

Add Sparkling Wine

Tilt the glass slightly and slowly pour 1/4 cup (60 ml) sparkling wine into each glass over the back of a spoon or down the side to preserve bubbles. For this recipe amount (1 cup each total), divide equally between two glasses.

Adjust Ratio

If you prefer a drier, bubblier drink, increase sparkling wine to juice ratio to about 2:1 (sparkling:juice). For a sweeter, fuller orange flavor, increase juice up to a 1:1 ratio.

Garnish each glass with an orange slice or twist on the rim, or drop a fresh berry into the glass for color and a slight flavor note.

Serve immediately while chilled. Encourage guests to sip and enjoy — avoid stirring vigorously which will flatten the bubbles.