Emulsifier Free Mimosa
Bright, celebratory, and endlessly refreshing, this classic brunch cocktail is built on just two ingredients — freshly squeezed orange juice and a well-chilled bottle of dry sparkling wine. That simplicity is exactly what makes it such a clean pour for anyone avoiding emulsifiers, since there are no additives, stabilizers, or processed mixers anywhere in sight. Many store-bought juice blends and cocktail mixes sneak in emulsifying agents to improve texture or shelf life, so squeezing your own oranges is the move that keeps this completely worry-free. The ratio here is generous on the juice side, which gives each flute a gorgeous golden color and a naturally sweet, citrusy backbone that balances the wine's dry bubbles beautifully. Pour slowly so the fizz stays lively all the way to the rim, and don't skip the orange twist garnish — it adds a little aromatic lift that makes the whole glass feel extra special. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a slow Sunday morning, this is one of those drinks that looks far more impressive than the effort it takes to make.
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4 servings
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry sparkling wine or champagne, well chilled
- 2 cups fresh orange juice (from about 4 large oranges), chilled
For serving
- 4 orange slices or twists, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the oranges and chill the juice if not already cold. Both the juice and the sparkling wine should be well chilled before serving.
- 2
Pour 1/2 cup (about 3 oz) orange juice into each champagne flute.
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