Mimosas Perfect For Christmas Brunch

Dec 24

Christmas brunch is better with mimosa! There is something so heartwarming about Christmas morning....It may be the presents under the tree or the festive mood of the season. If you are looking for simple and easy to make mixed drinks to kick off the festivities on Christmas day, then you are going to love these mimosas recipes. They are perfect for Christmas morning or any occasion.

Cheers!

Grand Mimosa

A grand mimosa is a very festive and easy to make cocktail made with orange juice, champagne and orange liqueur. The two most famous brands of orange liqueur are Grand Marnier and Cointreau. You can use your personal favorite.

This cocktail is a brunch favorite and a must try for your holiday brunch!

INGREDIENTS (1 Champagne flute):

1/2 oz. Orange Liqueur
2/3 Champagne
Orange Juice
Orange Slice Garnish

TO MAKE:

Pour 1/2 ounce orange liqueur in flute.
Add champagne to fill glass 2/3 of flute.
Top flute with orange juice.
Garnish edge of the glass.

Grapefruit Mimosa

A grapefruit mimosa is an easy two-ingredient drink with an option to garnish with grapefruit slices or fruits like raspberries or strawberries.

Fresh Grapefruit Juice
Sparkling Wine

TO MAKE

Strain the freshly squeezed grapefruit juice.
Chill all the ingredients. **You should serve mimosas chilled.
Pour sparking wine 2/3 of champagne flute.
Top with fresh grapefruit juice.
Add garnish.

For Garnish: Option of Sliced grapefruit, strawberries or raspberries.

Slice the fresh garnish into small wedge and place on the rim of the glass.

Cranberry Mimosa

This cocktail is colorful and absolutely delicious. It also adds a festive vibe to your holiday celebration so give it a try.

INGREDIENTS:

2 oz. Sparkling wine or Champagne
2 oz. Cranberry juice
A splash of orange liqueur
Garnish (Rosemary, lime or thyme)
Sugared cranberries

TO MAKE:

Pour equal parts of champagne and cranberry juice into champagne flute.
Add a splash of orange liqueur.
Garnish with rosemary, lime wedge or thyme.
Add sugared cranberries.

Akeshi Akinseye

Founder & CEO of Kesh Events | Event Planner, Designer, Author & Hospitality Expert

Akeshi Akinseye is the founder and CEO of Kesh Events, a Chicago-based event planning, design and production company creating high-end weddings, destination celebrations, private events and brand experiences worldwide.

With more than 15 years of experience, her work centers on thoughtful hospitality, guest experience, cultural intelligence and the planning, design and production of highly considered celebrations.

Akeshi is also the author of The Art of Celebrating, a book about meaningful gatherings, thoughtful design and creating more intentional moments around the table and at home.

Her work and perspective on weddings, celebrations, design and hospitality have been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, Brides, People and other leading publications.

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