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    Home » Drinks » Mother's Day Mimosa Granita

    Mother's Day Mimosa Granita

    May 6, 2020 · by Valentina · 10 Comments

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    Mother's Day Mimosa Granitas are one of the most lovely and unique Mother's Day drinks! Refreshing frozen Mimosas can be sipped or eaten with a spoon, and they're absolutely perfect as part of a Mother's Day brunch menu. Mothers Day Mimosa Granita Cocktail in a wine glass with a slice of orange and strawberry on the rim.

    Frozen Mimosas are just as tasty as typical Mimosas, but they're quite different. The flavor is the same, but the preparation and texture is what changes.

    What is a Mimosa?

    • Traditionally served in a tall flute glass, a Mimosa is a cocktail that is one part champagne and one part orange juice.

    several oranges sliced in half on cutting board

    Frozen Mimosas

    This beautiful, bright and sunny Mimosa Granita Cocktail is essentially a classically made orange granita, that's frozen to just the right consistency.

    Simple, vibrant and delightfully refreshing!

    What's in this recipe?

    • orange juice (more points for freshly squeezed)
    • champagne
    • sugar
    • water
    • ice

    Top view of Mothers Day Mimosa Granita Cocktail in a wine glass with a slice of orange and strawberry on the rim.

    Recipe Tips and Substitutions

    • You can also swap out the champagne for vodka and make a Frozen Screw Driver Granita.
    • Use your favorite orange juice, and if you can use freshly squeezed juice, even better!

    Can you make Frozen Mimosas ahead?

    Yes!

    You can make it up to a week ahead, keeping it in an airtight container in the freezer until you're ready to serve.

    close up of mimosa granita in wine glass

    I'm guessing frozen Mimosas just might jump to the top of your favorite drinks list.

    So I hope you'll try the Mother's Day Mimosa Granita -- whatever day it is!

    What to serve with Frozen Mimosas:

    • French Toast Bread Pudding
    • Buttermilk Baked French Toast with Eggs and Bacon
    • The Best Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
    • Individual Bacon Hash Browns and Egg Casseroles
    • Spiced Buttermilk Apple Muffins

    Oh, and here's a super fun way to serve up these flavors in a dessert: Mimosa Ice Cream Float.

    Orange granita in wine glass with strawberry slice

    Mother’s Day Mimosa Granita

    Valentina K. Wein
    Refreshing frozen Mimosas can be sipped or eaten with a spoon, and they're absolutely lovely as part of a brunch menu.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr 30 mins
    Freezing Time 1 hr 30 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 45 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 to 6
    Calories 216 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup water
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 3 cups freshly squeezed orange juice (from about 6 Naval oranges)
    • ½ to ¾ cup champagne (or the amount you desire, depending on the strength you want)
    • about 6 thin orange and strawberry slices for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Add the water and sugar to a small saucepan, place it over medium heat and cook just long enough to dissolve the sugar, about 1 minute. Let it cool to room temperature.
    • Add the orange juice and vodka. Stir to blend.
    • Pour the mixture into a shallow dish, cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the freezer until the edges are frozen, about 30 minutes. Scrape the ice from the edges with a fork, mixing it into the center. Repeat this scraping and mixing process every 20 minutes or so, until it has turned into tiny ice flakes. (Don't stir as you would a batter -- you should almost be "chopping" as you move the ice around.) Keep this in the freezer until you're ready to use it.
    • Fill 4 to 6 glasses with the granita and let it defrost slightly, so that it's slushy, about 5 minutes.
    • Cut slits in the orange and strawberry slices, garnish the glasses with them and serve!

    Notes

    Of course this can also be made sans champagne -- a delicious orange slushy!
    Keywords drinks for party, brunch drinks
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Cathy

      May 07, 2020 at 12:24 pm

      What a fun and clever idea!
      Happy Mother's Day to you!

      Reply
      • valentina

        May 07, 2020 at 1:38 pm

        Thank you, my friend. I hope you and yours are staying well! xoxo Valentina

        Reply
    2. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

      May 08, 2020 at 5:52 am

      This is just what I need for Mother's Day! I love mimosas and this frozen version is even better! Enjoy your weekend and Happy Mother's Day to you!

      Reply
      • valentina

        May 10, 2020 at 2:44 pm

        Thanks so much, Kathy. I hope you and your family have a lovely day! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    3. Marissa

      May 08, 2020 at 2:48 pm

      I love this refreshing twist on classic mimosas, Valentina! Perfect libation for Mother's Day brunch. And Happy, Happy Mother's Day, Lovely!

      Reply
      • valentina

        May 10, 2020 at 2:44 pm

        Thanks so much! Hope you try it and enjoy. 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    4. Jeff the Chef

      May 09, 2020 at 8:24 am

      What a fantastic idea!

      Reply
      • valentina

        May 10, 2020 at 2:45 pm

        Thank you. Enjoy! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply
    5. David Scott Allen

      May 09, 2020 at 10:01 am

      I would definitely serve this for dessert! Beautiful and light and delicious!

      Reply
      • valentina

        May 10, 2020 at 2:46 pm

        Thank you, David! 🙂 ~Valentina

        Reply

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