Celebrate National Mimosa Day with an Absolut Mimosa

May 16 is National Mimosa Day in the United States. But wherever you are in the world, we say grab a Champagne Flute and toast to this classic cocktail! 

The Mimosa has been a brunch staple and a favorite at bridal showers, birthdays, and weddings for decades. It’s hard not to feel suave and sophisticated with a flute of this bubbly, orange-colored drink in hand.   

So, if you’re hosting an event and want to add some sparkle and glam, the Mimosa is your drink. 

What’s in a Mimosa? 

A classic Mimosa cocktail is made with just two ingredients – Champagne and Orange Juice. And what a combination it is! Zesty Orange Juice paired with bright, fruity Champagne, creating a crisp and lively drink with a hint of citrus sweetness.  

But here at Absolut, we’ve got a twist on the Mimosa you’re going to love and that will take your cocktail to the next level!  

More on that in a moment but first…  

What is the History of the Mimosa? 

We’re glad you asked! As the story goes, a bartender at a Paris hotel created this now-iconic drink back in 12925. However, it first appeared in print in a cocktail book in 1936.   

Its fame skyrocketed when London celebrities embraced it. In 1966, a London reporter spotted a renowned English film director sipping Mimosas and puffing a cigar at a hotel.  

This spread across American newspapers, and the director’s visit to New York further boosted the Mimosa’s popularity. By the 1960s, the Mimosa had become a favorite in the U.S., cementing its status as a brunch classic. 

A Mimosa with Vodka – the Absolut Mimosa! 

We love the Mimosa so much we decided to put on our twist on it. Ladies and gentlemen, we present to you the Absolut Mimosa!   

This Mimosa twist uses the same two ingredients as the original but adds the smoothness of Absolut Vodka to the mix! Ooooooh yes!  

That’s right, the Absolut Mimosa mixes 1½ parts Orange Juice, ¾ parts Absolut Vodka, then top up with your preferred Champagne or Sparkling Wine. Check out our recipe for the Absolut Mimosa. 

Tips for Making the Best Mimosa 

Whether you’re making a classic Mimosa cocktail or a Mimosa with Vodka, since there are so few ingredients, it’s all about the quality of your ingredients.  

Store-bought Orange Juice simply can’t compete with homemade Orange Juice. The same goes for your choice of Vodka, Champagne, or Sparkling Wine. If you’ve got a favorite, go with that. Hye, we might be a bit biased, but Absolut Vodka is our top pick and works incredibly well in a Mimosa.  

We’ll say it again – for the perfect Mimosa, fresh Orange Juice is essential. If you have a centrifugal juicer, it will aerate your juice, giving it a frothy, fluffy texture that’s without comparison.  

Don’t have a Centrifugal Juicer? No problem. Don’t miss our article on how to use a juicer to make cocktails.

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So, there you have it! Happy Mimosa Day! For more drink-spiration, head over to AbsolutDrinks.com!