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Mimosa, and where to source it

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A mimosa is only two things, so both have to be right: fresh-squeezed orange juice and a cold, genuinely dry sparkling wine. Pour the wine first and the juice second so it mixes on its own without stirring the bubbles flat.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep5 min
Cook0 min
Makes2 servings
CuisineFrench
Cost$$
VegetarianGluten-freeDairy-free
Make it vegan: maple syrup for the honey.
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 2 servings
Our ratio, your call. The amounts below are a tested starting point — a version, not the one and only. Anything tagged to taste is the knob you turn: start there, then make it yours.
Oranges
Fresh-squeezed juice is the whole difference; cartons taste cooked and dull next to it.
3-4 orangesrecommended
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Dry sparkling wine
A cold brut Cava or Prosecco keeps it crisp; sweet wine plus juice is cloying.
1 bottle, chilledrecommended
Local / market
Raw honey
A tiny bit whisked into the juice rounds it out if the oranges are tart; optional.
1 tspto taste
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Fresh berries
A few berries dropped in each glass for color and a second note.
handfulrecommended
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The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● Barely a splurge
A light hand — your arteries say thanks.
EffortEasy
Cook it with
No-cook
The Method
  1. Chill everythingKeep the wine and juice cold; a warm mimosa foams over and goes flat fast.
  2. Juice freshSqueeze and strain the oranges to get about 1 cup of juice, sweetening with honey only if needed.
  3. Pour wine firstFill each flute halfway with sparkling wine, then top with juice so it blends without stirring.
The Toolkit

Champagne flutes · Citrus juicer · Fine strainer · Bar jigger

Straight Answers
Can you make Mimosa ahead of time? — Partly

You can batch the mix and keep it cold, but add the ice, soda, and garnish and shake or stir to order — a made-up drink goes flat and watery if it sits.

Is Mimosa gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Mimosa vegan? — Vegetarian, not vegan

It’s vegetarian but not vegan as written — it has honey. Make it vegan: maple syrup for the honey.

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