Ditch traditional, heavy orange juice mimosas for something lighter and far more elegant. The Merry Mimosa maintains a beautiful golden-orange hue while offering a crisp, sophisticated appearance and a finer, lighter effervescence.
Recipe
- Yield: 1 cocktail
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
Ingredients:
- ½ fluid ounce citrus liqueur (Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- 1 dash orange bitters (optional)
- 4 fluid ounces Duplin Winery Orange Blossom Wine, thoroughly
chilled - Light orange or citrus soda (Olipop Orange Squeeze or Spite)
or orange flavored sparkling water, thoroughly chilled - Thin slices of fresh, dried, or candied orange
- Fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
Directions:
Chill the Glassware: Place wine glass or champagne flute in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
Add Liqueur Base: Pour 1/2 fluid ounce of citrus liqueur into the bottom of the chilled flute. Add a single dash of orange bitters if desired.
Top with Carbonated Wine and Soda: Slowly pour 4 fluid ounces of chilled Duplin Winery Orange Blossom Wine down the inside of the glass to preserve its fine effervescence. Finish with a splash or orange soda or orange-flavored sparkling water.
Garnish and Serve: Position an fresh, dried, or candied orange slice on the rim of the glass. Add a small sprig of rosemary. Serve immediately.
