Sunrise Bliss

Like most mixed drinks, the Mimosa, that brunch staple, is better when the ingredients are of high quality. This doesn't mean you should use that incredible bottle of Champagne you were given as a birthday present, but it does mean you should use a good, dry sparkling wine that tastes delicious without the addition of fruit juice. Cava, which may bring to mind Champagne more than prosecco does, is also substantially lower in price. As to the juice, squeeze it fresh -- from whatever sorts of orange citrus you like best -- and strain it.

Sunrise Bliss

A refreshing mimosa with freshly squeezed orange juice and sparkling wine, perfect for brunch or any celebration.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz freshly squeezed orange juice, strained (blood oranges, clementines or any preferred orange citrus work)
  • 4 oz Champagne or cava
  • Mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
  • Orange liqueur, such as Cointreau, or Grand Marnier (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pour the freshly squeezed and strained orange juice into a Champagne flute.
  2. Top with the sparkling wine.
  3. Garnish with a sprig of mint if desired.
  4. For a stronger drink, add a teaspoon of orange liqueur after pouring the sparkling wine.