Mimosa, a classic brunch cocktail, is a refreshing and elegant drink made with champagne, orange juice, and a splash of Grand Marnier. While traditional mimosas are delightful, there are endless variations and fun twists on this popular drink. One such variation is the mock mimosa, a non-alcoholic version that is perfect for those who prefer to abstain from alcohol or for serving to children. Whether you're looking for a festive drink for a special occasion or a refreshing beverage to enjoy during a leisurely brunch, a mock mimosa is a delicious and versatile choice.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
STRAWBERRY MIMOSAS
Here's a tasty twist on the classic mimosa. To make this refreshing drink friendly for kids or mamas-to-be, substitute lemon-lime soda or ginger ale for the champagne. -Kelly Maxwell, Plainfield, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 15m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place half each of the strawberries and orange juice in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Press the mixture through a fine mesh strainer. Repeat with remaining strawberries and orange juice. , Pour a scant 2/3 cup strawberry mixture into each champagne flute or wine glass. Top each with about 1/3 cup champagne. If desired, serve each with a strawberry and an orange slice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
MOCK MIMOSA (FROM KRAFT)
A virgin brunch drink that is refreshing as it is delicious. This recipe could be included in a Lite-Bleu menu. All Lite-Bleu recipes are complete meals that we designed for our weight loss diet.
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 2m
Yield 10 cups, 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Empty contents of drink mix tub into large plastic or glass pitcher.
- Add club soda; stir until drink mix is completely dissolved. Stir in orange juice.
- Serve over ice cubes in 10 tall glasses. Add orange slice to each glass.
MOCK MIMOSA RECIPE
Pack some delicious flavor into your mimosa bar with this Mock Mimosa Recipe! Stock your mimosa bar with all the essentials for this Mock Mimosa Recipe.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Special Occasion Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 7 servings, about 1-1/2 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Add juice to drink mix in 2-1/2-qt. glass or plastic pitcher; stir until mix is dissolved.
- Stir in club soda.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses. Garnish with orange slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 65 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
MOCK MIMOSA
Time 2m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Pour 1/4 cup of orange juice into each cup. Next, pour 3/4 cup of Ginger Ale into each glass. Serve immediately.
MIMOSA
A standard offering at brunches, Mimosas are as pretty as they are tasty. In this Mimosa recipe, the champagne doesn't overpower the orange juice-especially if the champagne is extra dry. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Pour champagne into a champagne flute or wine glass. Pour the Triple Sec and orange juice into the glass. Garnish as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
MIMOSA MOCKTAIL
The same great brunch drink, but this mimosa mocktail is for kids, too!
Provided by Dylan T
Categories Mocktails
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice; add orange juice and club soda. Cover and shake until the outside of shaker has frosted. Strain into a chilled champagne flute. Stir in sugar and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.9 calories, Carbohydrate 17.1 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 9.6 mg, Sugar 14.6 g
GELATIN MOCK MIMOSA DESSERT
Bring your brunch-time favorite back around for dessert! Our Gelatin Mock Mimosa Dessert is the perfect way to top off a top-notch dining experience.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 3h45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Add boiling water to gelatin mix in large bowl; stir 2 min. until completely dissolved. Stir in seltzer and orange juice. Refrigerate 1-1/2 hours or until thickened.
- Place raspberries in 8 stemmed glasses. Spoon gelatin evenly over raspberries.
- Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 40 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g
Tips:
- To make the perfect mock mimosa, it is important to use chilled ingredients. This will help to create a refreshing and bubbly drink.
- If you don't have sparkling water on hand, you can use club soda or ginger ale instead. However, sparkling water will give you the most authentic mimosa flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of orange juice and lemonade to taste. You can also add a splash of grenadine or cranberry juice for a pop of color and flavor.
- Garnish your mock mimosa with a slice of orange or a cherry for a festive touch.
- Serve your mock mimosa immediately after making it. This will prevent the bubbles from dissipating.
Conclusion:
The mock mimosa is a delicious and refreshing non-alcoholic drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive drink, give the mock mimosa a try.
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