Luck of the Irish Mimosa

Luck of the Irish Mimosa

Yield: 1 serving From Episode 29

A celebratory green mimosa mixing sparkling wine, orange juice, lime, and melon liqueur. Fresh, effervescent, and made for St. Patrick’s Day brunch.

Ingredients

  • 3 oz Champagne or sparkling wine
  • 2 oz orange juice, preferably fresh
  • ½ oz lime juice
  • ½ oz melon liqueur (such as Midori)
  • Ice (optional)
  • Lime wedge or mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

Steps

  1. Chill the glass in the fridge or freezer if you prefer a colder pour.
  2. Stir orange juice, lime juice, and melon liqueur together in a shaker or mixing glass.
  3. Pour champagne slowly into the glass over the juice blend so the bubbles stay lively.
  4. Give a gentle stir or swirl to marry the flavors.
  5. Finish with a lime wedge or mint leaves and serve.