Mimosa Cocktail: The essential for brunch, with or without alcohol

Elegant, sparkling, and delicately fruity, the Mimosa cocktail is a must-have for brunches and festive occasions. Its harmonious blend of citrus juice and champagne makes it a light and refreshing aperitif, perfect for celebrating with simplicity.

At Alain Milliat, we elevate this great classic with our Late Orange Juice from Sicily, derived from a rare Sicilian variety. Its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity makes it the ideal alternative to classic orange juice. Discover our Mimosa recipes, with or without alcohol, as well as some variations to reinvent this timeless cocktail.

The Origin of the Mimosa: An Timeless Cocktail

If its ancestor, the Buck’s Fizz, was born in 1921 in London, it is at the Ritz Paris that the Mimosa, as we know it today, is said to have been conceived in 1925. Its evocative name refers to the bright yellow flowers of the mimosa, whose color resembles that of the cocktail.

"Today, the Mimosa stands out as a timeless classic for brunches and chic aperitifs, appreciated for its freshness and lightness."

Classic Mimosa Recipe

Ingredients :

• 6 cl of Late Orange Juice from Sicily
• 6 cl of well-chilled brut champagne
• Orange zest for the finishing touch (optional)

Preparation :

1. Pour the Late Sicilian Orange Juice well chilled into a champagne flute.
2. Gently top up with brut champagne to preserve the effervescence.
3. Gently mix using a cocktail spoon.
4. Add a zest of orange to enhance the flavors.

Tip: For a lighter version, reduce the amount of champagne and add a splash of sparkling water.

Non-alcoholic Mimosa: The Elegant Alternative

For an equally refined non-alcoholic version, replace the champagne with our Sparkling Pinot Noir, a delicate alternative that preserves the finesse and elegance of the bubbles.

Ingredients :

• 6 cl of Late Orange Juice from Sicily Alain Milliat
• 6 cl of Pinot Noir Sparkling Alain Milliat

Preparation :

1. Pour the Late Orange Juice from Sicily in a flute.
2. Add the well-chilled Sparkling Pinot Noir gently, to preserve the effervescence.
3. Gently mix and garnish with an orange zest.

Why do we love it? This non-alcoholic Mimosa offers a sophisticated alternative, perfect for toasting with elegance during a brunch or a festive aperitif.

Variations of the Mimosa: Revisit a Classic

The Mimosa lends itself to many variations by playing with flavors and textures. Here are some ideas to twist this icon of mixology:

Mimosa Passion: The Exotism in the Spotlight

• 6 cl of Passion Fruit Nectar Alain Milliat
• 6 cl of Brut Champagne
• Some passion fruit seeds

A tangy and intense cocktail, perfect for a tropical touch.

Mimosa Apricot: Sweetness and Roundness

• 6 cl of Apricot Nectar Bergeron Alain Milliat
• 6 cl of Brut Champagne
• A sprig of rosemary

A velvety and indulgent version, ideal for an autumn brunch.

Mimosa Mandarin: The tangy and refined alliance

• 6 cl of Mandarin Juice Tardivo di Ciaculli Alain Milliat
• 6 cl of Brut Champagne

A more subtle and refreshing variant, with Mediterranean accents.

Expert Tips: Perfecting Your Mimosa

• Choose a quality champagne : Choose a brut champagne or an extra dry Prosecco, whose effervescence and liveliness will perfectly balance the sweetness of the juice.

• Choose an exceptional juice The Late Orange Juice from Sicily by Alain Milliat brings a more subtle and elegant touch than classic orange juice.

• Respect the proportions : A successful Mimosa relies on a perfect balance between juice and champagne.

• Serve very cold : : The champagne and the juice must be chilled in advance to enhance all the aromas.

Le Mimosa, a classic to rediscover with Alain Milliat

Perfect for accompanying a brunch, an aperitif, or a celebration, the Mimosa charms with its simplicity and freshness. Enhanced by the exceptional juices of Alain Milliat, it becomes a cocktail of choice.

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