Mimosa also called the Queen of daisies is a hardy shrub found primarily in Central and Southern Mexico. It was brought to the Caribbean Islands by Christopher Columbus and brought with him to the Antilles, where it thrived for over two centuries. A Mimosa cocktail consists of chilled fresh lemon juice and sparkling grapefruit juice, normally red juice unless specified. It is typically served at weddings, romantic brunches, or as a starter or part of an all-inclusive buffet service on some commercial air or passenger trains. Mimosa is a favorite drink of the indigenous peoples of the Caribbean and Antilles and is a tropical version of the gin and tonic.
Mimosa is a very easy drink to make and can be enjoyed by young and old alike. The base of any Mimosa recipe always consists of crisp fresh fruit or vegetables cut up into small pieces and then mixed together slowly over low heat. Served with crackers or simple sugar cubes, the Mimosa is served either with a side order of cold white wine or in a pitcher or glass with a few floating candles.
The base of any Mimosa recipe should start with a base of high-quality grapes or limes, sugar, and fresh mint leaves. Any citrus fruit will do but keep in mind that a true Mimosa requires no citrus juices. It needs to be entirely made up of a mixture of fruit with sugar syrup or agave nectar to sweeten it up. You can find different recipes for Mimosa depending on how you prefer to consume it. While in Jamaica they like to enjoy the drink with a shot of St. James's gin, in Florida, it's more common to serve it in a glass with a little rum, lemonade, or mint juleps.
In addition to being used as a base, the ingredients of a Mimosa are also rolled into confections and frozen. This makes it very easy to store away and take along on a picnic or camping trip. Because there is little fuss and mess with a Mimosa recipe, it is ideal for parties and company because of its easy preparation and quick clean-up after the party is over. A good Mimosa recipe makes it a delicious cocktail, but if you're serving it as a brunch drink, remember to keep it chilled until you're ready to serve it.
One of the most popular Mimosa variations is a dry sparkling rather than an artificially sweetened version. A dry sparkling Mimosa works perfectly as a brunch drink because it's just as easy to make, but you don't have to keep it chilled. Just add orange juice, some honey and a little sugar to get the perfect cocktail. The acidity of the orange juice cuts through the sweetness of the honey-making this a very delicious drink.
To make a Mimosa, simply use orange juice and stir into the glass until the juice has dissolved. If you want a smoother consistency, add a little sugar or honey to make the mixture smooth. Then you add a little water, stir and then add a bit of sparkling wine first, followed by the orange juice. You can do this several times until your Mimosa has the consistency of a thick syrup.
You can serve your Mimosa with just a slice of toast, but you can also serve it with whole-grain toast if that is what you have in the kitchen. The great thing about Mimosa recipes is that you can make many different types of drinks using the same ingredients. For example, you can make mimosas that are very simple and sweet, like banana splits, and you can also make them that are stronger, such as espresso or monitor. Another great way to enjoy your Mimosa is with a little bit of chilled sparkling wine and ice. The champagne helps cut through the richness of the fruit in the Mimosa, while the sparkling wine helps cut through the fattiness of the orange. You can also try combining the Mimosa with a shot of tequila if you have one, or some triple sec.
There are many interesting ways that you can enjoy the Mimosa. However, the most common way that people enjoy their Mimosa is with a nice glass of chilled sparkling wine, a slice of dark chocolate cake, and some orange strudel or cream cheese on the side. These foods will give your body and soul the kick that it needs to enjoy one more drink. In addition to eating the Mimosa, you can also put it to good use when making a cocktail. Whether you are making a Manhattan, a Brandy Alexander, or a Margarita, adding the Mimosa to the mix will help make the drink even spicier and will add to the deliciousness of the cocktail.
