Celebrate Christmas with this festive Grinch Mimosa. A twist on the classic that combines orange juice, bubbly and a hint of Blue Curacao.
Welcome to the world of holiday cheer, where every sip is a celebration! The Grinch Mimosa, a festive twist on the classic cocktail, has become a beloved seasonal favorite. As we dive into the magic of crafting this vibrant elixir, envision the joyous moments it brings – the clinking of glasses, the laughter of friends, and the warmth of the holiday spirit. This blog post is your go-to guide for mastering the art of the Grinch Mimosa, ensuring your festivities sparkle with flavor and flair.
Why you’ll love the Grinch Mimosa
- A fun, festive twist on the classic mimosa!
- The perfect way to start off your Christmas morning!
- It will put you in a cheerful mood and melt your Grinchy heart!
The Story of the Grinch
With Christmas just around the corner, you’l soon be seeing reruns of the movie, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” The Grinch, a fictional character created by children’s author and cartoonist Dr. Seuss, has been around since 1957. This funny looking green, furry, Pot-bellied creature lives in seclusion with his dog Max on a cliff overlooking the town of Whoville. The grinch, is known throughout the town to be mean-tempered, nasty and vindictive. In particular, he hates Christmas.
The Whos in contrast, are cheerful, thankful, and truly love everything about the Christmas season. Often found engaging in holiday cheer and singing and celebrating with their family and friends.
On Christmas Eve, the Grinch decides to disguise himself as Santa and breaks into the town of Whoville, stealing everything they own, destroying Christmas once and for all. However, on Christmas morning he is shocked to hear the Whos singing cheerfully and truly enjoying being with one another, despite Christmas being destroyed. It is here that he realizes the deeper meaning of Christmas. Inspired from the true magical meaning of the Christmas season, he brings back Christmas to Whoville and is invited to take part in the Whos’ Christmas Day Celebration. While the Grinch enjoys the Christmas celebration with the Whos, the Grinch’s heart, that was once considered “two sizes too small” grows “three sizes.” Wake up to this delicious Grinch Mimosa and enjoy one for breakfast Christmas Day!
What ingredients are in the Grinch Mimosa?
To embark on this delightful journey, let’s first explore the vibrant palette of ingredients that brings the Grinch Mimosa to life. Start with the basics: quality champagne, orange juice, and a hint of Blue Curacao. The champagne adds effervescence, the orange juice provides a citrusy kick, and the Blue Curacao will turn your mimosa a bright green, reminiscent of the Grinch himself. What’s fantastic about this recipe is its flexibility – feel free to adjust the ratios based on your taste preferences.
What Champagne should I use?
While you can use any Champagne for the Grinch Mimosa Recipe, I prefer demi-sec champagnes that tend to be on the sweeter side.
According to gayot.com the best demi-sec Champagnes are:
- Champagne A. Margaine Cuvée, from Villers-Marmery, France, runs about $45 for 750 ml
- Billecart-Salmon’s Demi-Sec, from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, France, runs about $55 for 750ml
- Champagne Collet, from Aÿ, France runs about $53 for 750ml
However, there is no need to break the bank and use Champagnes from France. There are many budget-friendly alternatives. For example:
- Italian Prosecco (that I used for this recipe) that runs about $13-20 for 750ml
- Spanish Cava which runs about $15-25 for 750 ml
- Gruet Demi-Sec, from America that runs about $17 for 750 ml
Grinch Mimosa-Ingredients
- 4 oz orange juice
- .5 oz Blue Curacao
- Champagne (to top off, about 3-4 oz)
- 2 maraschino cherries (to garnish)
- corn syrup or simple syrup (for the rim)
- red sparkling sugar (for the rim)
Instructions
- Rim a chilled champagne flute with corn syrup or simple sugar and dip into bright red sparkling sugar.
- Add orange juice and blue Curacao and top with champagne.
- Stir slightly, until bright green.
- Toss in two maraschino cherries.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Cheers!
Glassware and Garnishes
Choosing the right glassware is essential to enhance the drinking experience. Opt for tall, elegant champagne flutes to showcase the bright green beauty of the Grinch Mimosa. Elevate the visual appeal with optional garnishes like sugared rims, fresh cranberries, maraschino cherries or a lime wedge. You can find specialty glassware at local kitchen stores, and experimenting with creative garnishes adds that extra touch of magic to your presentation.
Sip on the Grinch Mimosa!
As we wrap up this journey into Grinch Mimosa, remember that the joy of the holidays lies in sharing moments of warmth and merriment with loved ones. Embrace the spirit of the season, experiment with the recipe, and create lasting memories with this festive and delightful cocktail. May your celebrations be filled with laughter, love, and the enchanting hues of the Grinch Mimosa. Cheers to spreading holiday cheer, one sip at a time! And remember…
Life’s too short to eat bad food!
The Perfect Pairing: Grinch Mimosas and Holiday Delights
No holiday celebration is complete without delicious pairings. Consider serving Grinch Mimosas alongside a spread of festive brunch delights. Mini quiches, muffins, breads and fruit platters add the perfect balance to the citrusy and bubbly notes of the cocktail. Enhance the experience by incorporating Grinch-themed decorations and creating a cozy ambiance for your guests.
For delicious breakfast/brunch recipes try:
For other festive cocktails try:
Grinch Mimosa
Equipment
- Champagne flute
Ingredients
- 4 oz orange juice
- 1/2 oz Blue Curacao
- Champagne to top
- 2 maraschino cherries to garnish
- corn syrup or simple syrup for the rim
- red sparkling sugar for the rim
Instructions
- Rim a chilled champagne flute with corn syrup or simple sugar and dip into bright red sparkling sugar.
- Add orange juice and blue Curacao and top with champagne.
- Stir slightly, until bright green.
- Toss in two maraschino cherries.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Cheers!
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