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    Grits and Pinecones » Recipes » Cocktails

    Classic Mimosas with a Twist

    May 2, 2017 by Sharon Rigsby, Updated October 15, 2020 Leave a Comment

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    Classic Mimosas with a Twist

    Classic Mimosas with a Twist is one beverage that comes to mind when I think of an elegant and festive breakfast or brunch.  These citrusy cocktails are light and delicious and will be the highlight for any special occasion!

    Two champagne glasses with orange juice and champagne.

    Classic Mimosas are nothing more than orange juice and champagne. The twist with this mimosa recipe is the addition of a splash of Cointreau or another orange-flavored liqueur. 

    These sparkling drinks would also be delicious at any special breakfast or brunch, lazy Saturday or Sunday breakfasts, at bridesmaid luncheons, bridge club meetings, book club meetings, well, you get the idea! And, the best part is you won’t believe how quick and easy these light and refreshing cocktails are to make!

    Here is what you need: 

    To make this fun cocktail, you will need champagne, orange juice, and Cointreau or another orange-flavored liqueur. Also, mimosas are usually served in champagne flutes.

    A bottle of champagne, Cointreau and orange slices.

    Here’s how to make them:

    To make these mimosas, simply pour the orange juice into a champagne flute. Top the orange juice with champagne and add the Cointreau.

    Two champagne glasses full of mimosas.

    Serve immediately.

    What to serve with them:

    If you are wondering what to serve with your cocktails, the following recipes would be perfect: Eggs Benedict Breakfast Casserole, Oven Bakes Caramel French Toast,  Cornmeal Biscuits with Orange Butter, Southern Cheese Grits Casserole, Foolproof Eggs Benedict, or Butterscotch Pecan Coffee Cake.

    Need even more ideas, check out this roundup of easy recipes: 32 Mother’s Day Breakfast and Brunch Recipes or you can find all of my breakfast and brunch recipes here.

    Variations:

    A classic mimosa always includes orange juice, but if you want something different, try substituting apple cider, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, pineapple juice, peach nectar, grapefruit, or raspberry juice. You can also substitute prosecco for the champagne. 

    How to make a virgin mimosa:

    If you would like to make virgin mimosas, you can replace the champagne with Sprite, ginger ale, sparkling white grape juice, or Seven-up and leave out the Cointreau.

    More festive cocktail recipes:

    If you like mimosas, you might also like these popular cocktail recipes on my blog: Meyer Lemon French 75, Frozen Cranberry Margarita, Hurricane Cocktail, and the ultimate Frozen Margarita. 

    Holiday specific cocktails include my Witches’ Brew – a Halloween punch, and my tasty Santa Claus Christmas Punch

    ★ If you make this recipe, please leave a comment and give it a star rating. I would love to know how you liked it!

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    Two champagne flutes full of mimosas.

    Classic Mimosas with a Twist Recipe

    Sharon Rigsby
    Classic Mimosas with a Twist is one beverage that comes to mind when I think of an elegant and festive breakfast or brunch.  These citrusy cocktails are light and delicious and will be the highlight for any special occasion!
     
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Total Time 3 mins
    Course Cocktails
    Cuisine American, Southern
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 167 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ¼ cup orange juice freshly squeezed and chilled
    • ½ cup champagne chilled
    • 1 tablespoon Cointreau or another orange-flavored liqueur

    Instructions
     

    • Pour orange juice into a champagne flute
    • Top the orange juice with champagne and add the Cointreau
    • Serve immediately.

    Notes

    To make a virgin mimosa, leave out the Cointreau and replace the champagne with Sprite, sparkling white grape juice ginger ale, or Seven-Up.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 167kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 235mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 41.3mgIron: 0.7mg
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