Frozen Mimosas
Frozen Mimosas are a refreshing frozen twist on the classic brunch cocktail with a smooth, slushy texture and bright citrus flavor. Best of all, they’re ready in just 5 minutes and are perfect for brunch, bridal showers, Mother’s Day, or warm summer celebrations.
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What Makes These the Best Frozen Mimosas
First and foremost, these frozen mimosas are designed to stay thick, smooth, and full of fresh citrus flavor without becoming watery. For example, starting with well-chilled orange juice and sparkling wine means less ice is needed to create the perfect slushy consistency, so the bright orange flavor and bubbly finish remain the stars of the drink. As a result, blending just until smooth creates a frozen cocktail that’s easy to sip while still capturing the classic flavor of a traditional mimosa.
Personally, I always use a high-powered blender and serve the mimosas as soon as they’re blended. That simple approach creates a silky texture with finely crushed ice instead of large chunks, while serving immediately preserves the frozen consistency before it begins to melt. Overall, it’s an easy technique that gives every glass a smooth, brunch-worthy finish.
Looking for more refreshing drink recipes? Check out this Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade, Lavender Margarita, or this Strawberry Punch.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in just 5 minutes. Plus, it’s an easy cocktail for brunch or celebrations.
- Only 3 ingredients. Also, simple ingredients create an impressive frozen drink.
- Perfect for entertaining. In fact, it’s great for brunches, showers, holidays, and summer parties.
- Refreshing and light. Additionally, it’s a slushy cocktail that’s perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients
- Ice: Essentially, this creates the thick, frozen slushy texture that makes this cocktail so refreshing.
- Orange Juice: Adds the signature citrus flavor that’s essential to a classic mimosa. Either way, freshly squeezed or store-bought both work well.
- Sparkling Wine: Gives the cocktail its crisp, bubbly finish. Choose a dry sparkling wine like Brut for the best balance.
Frozen Mimosas
Equipment
- Powerful blender
- Measuring cups
- 2 (10-ounce) champagne flutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups ice
- ½ cup orange juice
- ½ cup sparkling wine
- Orange wedges for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the ice, orange juice, and sparkling wine to a powerful blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and no chunks of ice remain.
- Immediately pour the frozen mixture evenly into two 10-ounce champagne flutes.
- Garnish each glass with an orange wedge, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, add 1 or 2 peeled orange wedges to the blender before blending.
- If you add extra liquid without increasing the amount of ice, the drink will have a thinner consistency.
- For a thick, frozen slush texture, keep the ingredient ratio as written.
- Use pulp-free orange juice for a smoother drink, or substitute orange juice with pulp if you prefer more texture.
- Any sparkling wine works well in this recipe, so use your favorite variety.
- Serve immediately before the frozen texture begins to melt.
Disclaimer:
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
Nutrition
Wendy’s Tips
- Use cold ingredients. Chilled orange juice and sparkling wine create a thicker frozen cocktail.
- Blend just until smooth. Overblending can melt the ice and thin the drink.
- Serve immediately. Frozen mimosas are best enjoyed right after blending.
- Choose a dry sparkling wine. Brut balances the sweetness of the orange juice without making the cocktail overly sweet.
- Change the flavor: Add frozen berries, mango or peaches for even more fruity flavor.
- Citrus flavor: Add a splash of Grand Marnier for even more citrus flavor.
FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
They’re best served immediately after blending to maintain their slushy texture.
A dry Brut sparkling wine or Prosecco works best because it balances the sweetness of the orange juice.
Fresh orange juice or refrigerated orange juice provides the best flavor and texture.
Storage Directions
Refrigerator: This cocktail is best enjoyed immediately and isn’t recommended for storing.
Freezer: If needed, freeze the blended mixture for up to 30 minutes, then re-blend before serving.
How to Serve: Pour into chilled champagne flutes and garnish with an orange wedge for the best presentation.