12 Sparkling Mimosa Recipes for Brunches
Nothing beats the effervescence of a mimosa bubbling in a chilled flute glass, turning an ordinary brunch into a celebration. I remember my first real mimosa moment during a sunny family brunch in my early twenties—my aunt, the ultimate hostess, mixed up a batch with fresh-squeezed oranges from her backyard tree. That crisp, tangy fizz hooked me instantly, blending innocence with a touch of indulgence. It’s been my go-to for hosting ever since.
Lately, I’ve been experimenting in my kitchen like a mad mixologist, especially post-pandemic when virtual brunches became our weekend ritual. I’ve swapped classic OJ for exotic fruits and berries, testing ratios until the perfect balance of sweet sparkle hits. In today’s hustle, mimosas matter because they’re effortless crowd-pleasers—healthy-ish with real fruit, low-alcohol for daytime sipping, and endlessly customizable for any season or vibe.
Classic Orange Mimosa
The timeless original that’s bright, citrusy, and foolproof for any brunch table. Ingredients (serves 1): 4 oz chilled prosecco or brut champagne, 2 oz fresh orange juice, orange twist for garnish.
Pour orange juice into a flute glass, top slowly with prosecco to preserve bubbles, and garnish with an orange twist. Stir gently. This vitamin C-packed refresher hydrates after a late night, clocks in at under 100 calories per serving, and scales easily for pitchers.
Strawberry Bliss Mimosa
A pink-hued delight bursting with summer berries for a romantic twist. Ingredients (serves 1): 3 oz prosecco, 2 oz strawberry puree (blend 4 fresh strawberries with 1 tsp sugar), fresh strawberry slice.
Layer strawberry puree at the bottom, top with prosecco, and add the slice. Antioxidants from strawberries support heart health, while the low-sugar puree keeps it light and Instagram-worthy.
Peachy Keen Mimosa
Juicy white peaches bring creamy sweetness and a Southern brunch vibe. Ingredients (serves 1): 4 oz cava, 2 oz peach nectar or pureed fresh peach, peach wedge.
Fill glass halfway with peach nectar, top with cava, garnish with wedge. Potassium-rich peaches aid digestion, making this ideal post-heavy brunch plates.
Raspberry Royale Mimosa
Tart raspberries cut through the sparkle for a bold, antioxidant boost. Ingredients (serves 1): 3 oz brut champagne, 2 oz raspberry juice or muddled berries, lemon twist.
Muddle raspberries lightly in the glass, add juice, top with champagne, twist lemon over top. Berries’ fiber promotes gut health in this elegant, low-cal sipper.
Tropical Pineapple Mimosa
Escape to the islands with enzyme-packed pineapple for digestion magic. Ingredients (serves 1): 4 oz prosecco, 2 oz pineapple juice, pineapple chunk.
Pour pineapple juice first, slowly add prosecco, skewer chunk on rim. Bromelain eases bloating, perfect for indulgent brunches.
Cranberry Citrus Mimosa
Festive tartness with a holiday edge, yet brunch-ready year-round. Ingredients (serves 1): 3 oz sparkling rosé, 2 oz cranberry juice, lime wheel.
Mix juices in glass, top with rosé, float lime. Cranberries’ urinary tract benefits plus vitamin C make it a smart, zingy choice.
Mango Tango Mimosa
Vibrant tropical mango for an exotic, vitamin A glow-up. Ingredients (serves 1): 4 oz cava, 2 oz mango puree, mint sprig.
Spoon mango at base, pour cava gently, slap mint for aroma. Beta-carotene supports skin health in this sunny, 90-calorie treat.
Blueberry Burst Mimosa
Superfood blueberries add purple pops and brain-boosting power. Ingredients (serves 1): 3 oz prosecco, 2 oz blueberry juice, 3 fresh blueberries.
Add juice and berries, top with prosecco. Anthocyanins fight inflammation, delivering guilt-free indulgence.
Pomegranate Sparkle Mimosa
Jewelry-like seeds and tart-sweet punch for antioxidant royalty. Ingredients (serves 1): 4 oz brut champagne, 2 oz pomegranate juice, arils for garnish.
Pour juice, top with champagne, sprinkle arils. Punicalagins aid heart health in this glamorous, low-sugar gem.
Apple Cider Mimosa
Fall-forward warmth with crisp cider for seasonal brunches. Ingredients (serves 1): 3 oz sparkling wine, 2 oz spiced apple cider, cinnamon stick.
Warm cider slightly, mix with wine, stir in cinnamon. Apples’ pectin supports detox, cozy yet refreshing.
Passionfruit Fizz Mimosa
Exotic tang from passionfruit seeds for a tropical adventure. Ingredients (serves 1): 4 oz prosecco, 1 oz passionfruit pulp, edible flower.
Strain pulp into glass, top with prosecco, float flower. Vitamin C overload boosts immunity in this rare, pulpy delight.
Blood Orange Mimosa
Deep red citrus intensity for a sophisticated, Instagram-stunner upgrade. Ingredients (serves 1): 3 oz cava, 2 oz blood orange juice, rosemary sprig.
Juice into flute, add cava, infuse rosemary. Anthocyanins enhance this beauty’s anti-aging perks.
Elevate your next brunch with these sparkling mimosas—they’re simple to whip up, customizable for diets, and guaranteed to impress. Grab your favorite bubbly, raid the fridge for fruits, and toast to joyful mornings! Which one will you try first? Share in the comments.
