Grinch Mimosa Recipe

If you loved my Grinch cocktail, you’ll adore this festive twist: the Grinch Mimosa! Refreshing, light, and oh-so-simple, these green mimosas are perfect for Christmas morning breakfast or brunch.

With just three ingredients—dry champagne, orange juice, and blue curaçao liqueur—you can whip up a batch in minutes. Blue curaçao adds a zesty orange flavor while creating the signature green hue when mixed with orange juice.

Want to switch it up for other holidays? These mimosas are super versatile! Customize them for St. Patrick’s Day, Halloween (witch’s brew mimosa, anyone?), or any festive occasion. Just swap the strawberry garnish for an orange slice, lime wedge, or a sugared rim in any seasonal color.

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Ingredients & Substitutions

• Champagne: A dry champagne works best for mimosas, but an inexpensive bottle is perfect here since it’s mixed.
• Blue Curaçao: This citrus-flavored liqueur gives the mimosa its stunning green color.
• Orange Juice: Classic OJ works best, but other pale yellow juices like mango, pineapple, or pear juice can substitute. Keep in mind that the juice color will affect the final hue of your mimosa.
• Strawberry Garnish: For a Grinchy touch, shape strawberries into hearts like in my Grinch Punch recipe. Other options include red sanding sugar rims, maraschino cherries, or raspberries.

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How to Make a Grinch Mimosa

1. Prep your glasses: If you’d like a sugared rim, do this first.
2. Pour the orange juice: Add 3 ounces to each champagne flute.
3. Add the blue curaçao: Pour in ½ ounce for the perfect green color.
4. Top with champagne: Fill the rest of the glass with bubbly.
5. Garnish and serve: Add heart-shaped strawberries or any festive garnish, then serve immediately.

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Red Garnish Ideas

• Heart-shaped strawberry slices
• Maraschino cherries
• Red sanding sugar on the rim
• Raspberries on a cocktail pick
• Blood orange slices
• Red glitter swizzle sticks

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FAQs

• How much alcohol is in a mimosa? The alcohol content depends on the champagne and blue curaçao used, but mimosas are typically lighter compared to straight cocktails.
• How many does this recipe serve? This recipe makes about 8 mimosas when using 8-ounce flutes.
• Can I make a pitcher of mimosas? Absolutely! Mix the orange juice and blue curaçao in a pitcher, then top with champagne just before serving to preserve the bubbles.

This Grinch Mimosa is a showstopper for holiday celebrations or any fun gathering. Cheers! 🥂