Mimosa Recipe

Name: The Larders Mimosa Recipe
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 cups Champagne or dry sparkling wine; 1 cups Fresh orange juice; 1 to taste Orange twist or slice (garnish); 0.5 tbs Triple sec or Cointreau (optional, for extra orange flavor); 0.5 tsp Simple syrup (optional, for sweeter palate)

Inspired by The Larder

Time15m

Serves2

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

1 cups Champagne or dry sparkling wine1 cups Fresh orange juice1 to taste Orange twist or slice (garnish)

Optional additions

1/2 tbs Triple sec or Cointreau (optional, for extra orange flavor)1/2 tsp Simple syrup (optional, for sweeter palate)

Method

Cocktail

Chill glassware and ingredients

Place champagne flutes (or coupe glasses) in the refrigerator or freezer for 10–15 minutes to chill. Ensure sparkling wine and orange juice are thoroughly cold (about 40°F / 4–7°C) — this preserves bubbles and balance.

Prepare orange juice

If using fresh oranges, roll them firmly on the counter to loosen juice, cut in half and juice to yield about 1 cup (240 ml) of pulp-free juice. Strain through a fine mesh if you prefer no pulp.

Pour orange juice

Remove chilled flutes. Pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice into each flute (fill to about one-third). For a traditional Mimosa use a 1:1 ratio; for a lighter drink use more sparkling wine.

Top with sparkling wine

Slowly tilt the flute and gently pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) chilled Champagne or dry sparkling wine down the side to preserve carbonation and produce a steady but gentle foam.

Optional additions

If using Triple Sec/Cointreau, add 1/2 tablespoon to the orange juice before topping with sparkling wine. If you prefer a slightly sweeter drink, stir in 1/2 teaspoon simple syrup into the juice first.

Garnish and serve

Garnish with an orange twist or a thin orange wheel on the rim. Serve immediately while effervescent.