Ingredients
3 oz (90ml) Champagne or Dry (Brut) Sparkling Wine
3 oz (90ml) Freshly squeezed, pulp-free orange juice
Orange slices or twists (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Chill: Ensure your sparkling wine and orange juice are thoroughly chilled in the refrigerator beforehand. Chill your glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes.
2. Pour Juice: Pour 3 ounces of cold, pulp-free orange juice into the bottom of each chilled flute.
3. Top with Wine: Holding the flute at an angle, slowly pour 3 ounces of chilled sparkling wine down the inside of the glass to maintain carbonation.
4. Garnish & Serve: Add an orange slice or twist to the rim. Serve immediately while the drink is fresh and bubbly.
Notes
Pro-Tips:
• The classic ratio is 1:1, but feel free to adjust to 2:1 (wine to juice) if you prefer a drier, stronger cocktail.
• Always use pulp-free juice; if squeezing fresh, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to ensure a smooth, elegant texture.
• Pour the sparkling wine slowly down the side of the glass to preserve the bubbles.
Variations:
• Poinsettia: Substitute half the orange juice with cranberry juice.
• Greyhound Mimosa: Use grapefruit juice instead of orange juice.
• Mocktailosa: Use non-alcoholic sparkling wine or high-quality sparkling water for a refreshing, alcohol-free version.
- Prep Time: 2
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Pour
- Cuisine: French