39 Great Mimosa Recipes for Brunch and Beyond
Nothing says "relax and enjoy yourself" like a fruity, bubbly cocktail!
Whether you're hosting a homemade brunch, having people over for an outdoor cocktail party, or just a gathering with friends, nothing says celebration like a tall, bubbly glass of mimosa! While mimosa are easy to make—you could just pour equal parts OJ and prosecco into a cup and call it a day—the formula of juice and bubbles is also one that allows for endless experimentation and delight.
For instance, opting for a good (not necessarily expensive) Champagne, that you'd drink straight, can take a decent drink and make it taste incredible. (Here are some of the best Champagnes and sparkling wines for your money.)
And they can be combined with any juice, or juices that you can think of! It doesn't stop there. So, here to inspire you are our favorite mimosa recipes and ideas, from strawberry mimosas to cranberry mimosas, to mimosa recipes with vodka or other add-ins. Enjoy!
Peach Melba Mimosas
Berry + peach + champagne = mimosa perfection.
Grapefruit and Rosemary Mimosa
Fill up your glasses with this extra refreshing mimosa and top it off with elegant sprigs of rosemary.
Caramel Apple Mimosas
Whether it's a beautiful autumn day or a Tuesday in February, this sweet cocktail is destined to impress. With cinnamon sugar around the rim, you'll get that burst of flavor with every sip.
Mango Mimosas
Serve this two-ingredient cocktail with cubed mango skewers for an extra special touch.
A Mimosa Bar
Want go to all out at your favorite person's birthday brunch? Assemble a collection of bubbles, juices, and fruit for a DIY mimosa extravaganza!
Strawberry and Sparkling Rosé Punch
This punch is very similar to your standard mimosa, with a sparkling rosé for the bubbly, and a home-made strawberry lemonade for the juice. You can use store-bought to make it simpler, but it's delicious and takes just ten minutes with a food processor, to make the juice yourself.
Orange-Cherry Champagne Cocktails
If you love mimosas, but want to really do up a cocktail right, then this is the recipe for you. Fresh orange juice and dry Champagne are combined with cherries, sweet vermouth, and a touch of Scotch for an over-the-top brunch cocktail that has to be tasted.
Sherbet Mimosa
As the weather gets warmer, a glass of your favorite sherbet and champagne is a delicious way to cool off.
Get the recipe for Sherbet Mimosa at The Cookie Rookie.
Strawberry Grapefruit Mimosa
This blogger recommends infusing the fresh strawberries in grapefruit juice for a few hours before serving. "The more it sits, the better it gets," she notes.
Get the recipe for Strawberry Grapefruit Mimosa at A Beautiful Mess.
Lavender Orange Mimosa
Upgrade a classic mimosa recipe with a splash of lavender syrup.
Get the recipe for Lavender Orange Mimosa at The Suburban Soapbox.
Lychee Rose Mimosa
Rosewater makes this pretty and pink refreshment oh so luxurious.
Get the recipe for Lychee Rose Mimosa at Kitchen Confidante.
Hawaiian Mimosa
One sip of this rum-infused drink and you'll be transported straight to paradise!
Get the recipe for Hawaiian Mimosa at Crazy for Crust.
Pomegranate Mimosa
Each glass gets double the pomegranate punch with both juice and seeds.
Get the recipe for Pomegranate Mimosa at Joyful Healthy Eats.
Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosa
Consider this fruity mix summer in a glass.
Get the recipe for Pineapple Orange Creamsicle Mimosa at 3 Yummy Tummies.
Mimosa Mojito
Get the best of both worlds with this genius mashup.
Get the recipe for Mimosa Mojito at Bright Eyed Baker.
Rosé Raspberry Sorbet Mimosa
Rosemary sprigs add even more freshness to this bright cocktail.
Get the recipe for Rosé Raspberry Sorbet Mimosa at Fox and Briar.
Pear Mimosas
Keep it simple and classic with this no-fuss drink.
Get the recipe for Pear Mimosas at Delish.
Pomegranate Kombucha Mimosa
Orange-flavored kombucha and pomegranate seeds give this mimosa its unique flavor. The best part: Each glass is only 100 calories!
Get the recipe for Pomegranate Kombucha Mimosa at The Real Food Dietitians.
Tangerine Sorbet Mimosa
Ice cream + booze = brunch nirvana.
Get the recipe for Tangerine Sorbet Mimosa at Completely Delicious.
Cinnamon Pear Mimosas
Blogger Danae suggests heating up the pear juice and letting cinnamon sticks steep in it, then refrigerating overnight. Whipping up this delicious cocktail up the next morning will be a breeze.
Get the recipe for Cinnamon Pear Mimosas at Recipe Runner.
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