Perfect Prosecco Mimosa (Classic, Easy Brunch Cocktail)

Grab your Champagne flutes and get festive with this Prosecco Mimosa recipe. It's the perfect cocktail for special occasions and weekend celebrations. It's a brunch classic that's great anytime of the day!

Why my Prosecco Mimosa Recipe

This Prosecco Mimosa recipe is simple, classic, and never feels outdated. It works well for Sunday brunch, holiday brunch, and special occasions.

You can adjust sweetness based on personal preference. I love mixing things up with other juice flavors and different sparkling wines. I've added some Cointreau, an orange flavored liqueur, to boost the complexity and orange flavor of my Prosecco Mimosa recipe.

This Prosecco Mimosa recipe works beautifully for large groups, making it perfect for baby showers, bridal showers, Mother's Day, and the holidays.

Do you love orange flavored cocktails? Try my Texas Margarita made with fresh orange juice!

Ingredients

Prosecco - my preferred wine for mimosas. It's bright with green apple, pear, and notes of melon. It's also very affordable. Moscato is a little bit sweeter with peach and orange blossom notes, so it's a sub if you like things on the sweeter side. If you really want to impress, use an inexpensive Champagne, but it's not necessary.

Orange juice - I use a no pulp orange juice. Fresh orange juice is also great for smaller portions. Delicious variations include blood orange, pineapple juice, grapefruit juice for a tart flavor.

Cointreau - this orange liqueur is an optional ingredient that can add a layer of complexity to your mimosas. Triple sec is a good substitute. Grand Marnier is another option.

Garnishes - this is optional as well, but why not dress up the Prosecco Mimosa? Fresh fruit slices or curled orange zest adds an upscale touch!  

Directions

1. Chill everything - Make sure both the orange juice and sparkling wine are very cold for the best flavor.
2. Add about ½ an ounce of Cointreau to a champagne flute, then fill half of the glass with orange juice.
3. Slowly pour in the Prosecco until the glass is full. Try not to over pour or it will over flow the glass. You can add the Prosecco first, let the bubbles settle then top with juice if you prefer.
4. Add a slice of orange or a curled orange peel for a festive touch.

Tips

• The classic mimosa ratio is equal parts Prosecco to juice, but many people prefer 1 part juice to 2 parts Prosecco for a lighter, more bubbly cocktail.
• The best thing about Mimosas is that there are endless variations that are only limited by your imagination!
• Stick with affordable sparkling wines. Expensive, real Champagne is meant for sipping and it's complex flavor profile will get lost when juice is added.

What are the best sparkling wines for Mimosas?

I love an Italian Prosecco and La Marca Prosecco is my favorite. It's made from Glera grapes from the Veneto region (about and hour from Venice). It's extra dry yet fruit forward without being overly sweet. It's also more affordable than Champagne.

My other favorite is an Extra Brut sparkling wine. The low sugar content pairs well with the sweetness of the orange juice.

Can I use Moscato to make mimosas?

Yes, Moscato is a great option. It's slightly sweeter than Prosecco making it a good choice for dessert mimosas! It's also very affordable. 

What is Cava and can I use it to make mimosas?

Cava is sparkling wine from Spain. It's citrusy with notes of lemon, lime and pear. Aged Cava is nuttier. It makes a great alternative to Prosecco when making Mimosas, just keep in mind that it's drier and less sweet.

How do I make a non-alcoholic mimosa?

I like to use sparkling apple cider in place of Prosecco for a refreshing mocktail version of the classic. Another option is to use any light colored carbonated soft drink like Sprite or ginger ale. Add your favorite fruit juice and even a splash of grenadine (cherry flavored syrup)! 

How can I make Christmas Mimosas?

Add orange juice to champagne flutes. Top with Prosecco.
Add a splash of cranberry juice to add a festive red color and a couple fresh cranberries. Serve immediately.

How to make a Mimosa Bar

A mimosa bar is a fun and relaxing way to serve the perfect mimosa to a large crowd. Once you set up your station, you can relax and let your guests make their own drinks. Try it for your next party! You'll need:

• Several bottles of your favorite Prosecco or a mix of sparking wines; chilled  
• Different chilled fruit juices (for variety)
• A bottle of Cointreau or other liqueur if using.
• Garnishes like orange slices, fruit zest curls, and strawberries that have been slit to place on the rim of the glasses.
• Champagne flutes, tulip glasses, or coupes.
• Beverage cooler(s) filled with ice to keep juices and Prosecco cold.

Arrange everything on a table. Display the recipe for the guests to use as a guide. Label juice bottles for easy selections. 

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