Sep 03 2026

Mimosa Recipe

Time10m
Serves2

GLASS

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Ingredients

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Classic Mimosa

Method

Classic Mimosa

  1. 1

    Chill glass and ingredients

    Place your sparkling wine and freshly squeezed orange juice in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. If you prefer a very cold glass, fill the serving flute with ice and cold water and let sit for 2–3 minutes, then discard before assembling.

  2. 2

    Optional sugar rim

    If you want a sugared rim, pour the teaspoon of sugar onto a small plate. Rub the rim of the flute with an orange wedge to moisten, then dip the rim into the sugar to lightly coat. Shake off any excess.

  3. 3

    Pour orange juice

    Pour 1/2 cup (about 120 ml) of chilled orange juice into the flute. Pour gently to avoid splashing.

  4. 4

    Top with sparkling wine

    Slowly add 1/2 cup (about 120 ml) of chilled sparkling wine to the flute. Pour at an angle down the side of the glass to preserve bubbles and reduce foaming. The classic ratio is 1:1, but adjust to taste (more wine for drier, more juice for sweeter).

  5. 5

    Garnish and serve

    Garnish with an orange wheel or a thin orange twist on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately while bubbles are lively.

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