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Mimosa
Orange citrus, light sweetness and sparkling wine. A sparkling fruit drink made by stir.
- Base
- Prosecco + orange juice
- Method
- Stir
- Glass
- Flute
- Yield
- One drink
Recipe reference: IBA reference recipe. Use equal parts as the controlling reference, rather than assuming every Buck’s Fizz follows this ratio.
Mimosa recipe
1 serving · IBA reference recipeMillilitres control this recipe. US fluid ounces are rounded to the nearest quarter ounce for convenience and are not a different recipe ratio. Dashes, spoons, leaves and other non-liquid measures are listed as written.
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 75 ml≈ 2.5 US fl oz | fresh orange juice |
| 75 ml≈ 2.5 US fl oz | chilled Prosecco |
Ice: None. Garnish: 1 orange twist, optional.
Learning bar service? Continue with the Mimosa in module 7 of the free course →
How to make it
- Chill a flute and both liquid ingredients.
- Measure orange juice into the glass.
- Pour the measured sparkling wine slowly.
- Stir once gently if needed and add the optional orange twist.
Why it works: The reference is equal parts. A different wine-to-juice ratio should be identified as a venue variation.
Common mistakes, useful fixes
Foaming overflow
pour slowly.
Flat wine
use proper opened-bottle handling.
Changing ratio
measure both components.
Serving the guest
What to tell the guest
Orange citrus, light sweetness and sparkling wine. The reference is equal parts. A different wine-to-juice ratio should be identified as a venue variation.
Dietary and product checks
Check exact products, declared allergens and cross-contact controls before service. Check declared sulphites in the wine and liqueur.
Variations
- Any adaptation needs a recorded recipe and an honest description. Confirm a measured venue variation and explain that it differs from this equal-parts reference.
Where does the Mimosa come from?
Origin: Origin not yet verified in this edition. (Origin not yet verified in this edition)
The IBA also associates the name Buck’s Fizz with this drink. Naming and ratio conventions can differ between venues, so a guest’s use of either name is a reason to clarify the expected balance. This lesson teaches the specified equal-parts formula without claiming that all historical versions were identical.
Mimosa questions
What percentage of measured starting liquid is orange juice?
50%, because both ingredients are 75 ml.
What preparation detail matters for this order?
The reference is equal parts. A different wine-to-juice ratio should be identified as a venue variation.
From a recipe to a repeatable skill
Learn the method behind the order.
Mimosa is a required study in Essential Cocktails & Bar Foundations, module 7: Wine-based cocktail service. Compare juice with purée using Bellini; teach a simple brunch order.
The course is free. An optional paid certificate tests knowledge in an online exam; it is not an observed practical assessment or an accredited bartending qualification.