The mimosa is a standard on the traditional brunch menu. It's sparkly, citrus flavor is the perfect way to bridge a breakfast beverage with celebration. Plus, who doesn't love to drink things from fluted glasses!?
Are mimosas strictly for brunch? By no means! Let's liberate the mimosa and introduce it to other times of day. How about mid-afternoon on a warm, summer day? And, while we are at it let's explore beyond the orange for our citrus flavor. Can we tempt you with a Lavender Lemon Mimosa?
Lavender Lemon Mimosa
This refreshing cocktail really couldn't be easier. It's two ingredients!
- Lavender Lemonade
- Something Sparkling
Let's start with the Lavender Lemonade. The simplest method for making this delicious ingredient is with our Lavender Lemonade Mix. It contains everything needed (directions and ingredients) to make 8 cups / 64 fl oz. All you need to do is add water!
If you have a favorite lemonade recipe that you'd like to use, you can make it "lavender" by adding our Lavender Simple Syrup to your lemonade until the taste has the perfect amount of lavender for your palate.
Now for something sparkly! Sparkling wine or champagne are the best options for the traditional cocktail and they both create wonderful bubbles. For a non-alcoholic mimosa, sparkling lemon-flavored water or sparkling apple cider both are delightful.
With your festive glassware at hand, the ratio of ingredients is equal parts lavender lemonade and your "sparkling" preference. Add the bubbles first and then add the lavender lemonade. This will allow the two to mix naturally. Avoid stirring as this will cause the bubbles to go flat.
With a garnish of lemon peel, fresh lavender or whatever you have on hand (cocktail umbrellas are fun!) you are ready to toast everything and anything.