Take your mimosas to the next level with this lemon basil combo! Made with Brut champagne, orange juice, and lemon basil simple syrup, they’re a deliciously refreshing twist that’s worthy of any celebration!
Anyone who knows me knows I LOVE a mimosa. It’s the perfect celebration drink and one of my favorite ways to elevate brunch. And I especially love a fun twist! Whether it’s Orange Creamsicle Mimosas, Hawaiian Mimosas, Pineapple Upside Down Mimosas or any other flavor you can dream up, count me in.
I also love mixing up flavored simple syrups, which is probably why I’m so obsessed with this Lemon Basil Mimosa. It’s a mimosa… but more! Made with champagne, orange juice, and a delicious lemon basil simple syrup, it definitely has just a little something extra.
It’s the perfect drink for Mother’s Day, Easter, or any weekend brunch. And let’s be honest… mimosas aren’t JUST for brunch now are they??
what you’ll need for this recipe
Champagne. I used one bottle of Brut champagne. I always use Brut in mimosas because it’s the least sweet, and you’ll definitely want to use it in this recipe with the addition of simple syrup.
Orange juice. Orange juice is traditionally used in mimosas and is the juice I used in this recipe as well. Feel free to use pure orange juice or an orange/pineapple blend.
Lemon Basil Simple Syrup. Lemon Basil Simple Syrup is easy to make with water, sugar, lemon juice, and fresh basil. Feel free to adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less sugar.
Garnishes. I used an orange slice and fresh basil leaves as garnishes.
how to make lemon basil mimosas
Make the simple syrup. Make the simple syrup by combining the water and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and add the lemon juice and fresh basil. Cover with a lid and keep covered until cool.
Assemble the mimosas. Prepare the mimosas in a pitcher or by the individual glass by combining chilled champagne, chilled orange juice, and lemon basil simple syrup.
Garnish. Garnish mimosas with orange slices and fresh basil leaves.
what to serve with lemon basil mimosas
Lemon Basil Mimosas are the perfect brunch cocktail, especially for spring or summer! So what about the rest of the menu? I’ve got you covered:
- Caprese Quiche
- Lemon Berry French Toast Casserole
- Bacon, Swiss & Asparagus Egg Bake
- Ham & Cheese Croissant Egg Bake
- Breakfast Potatoes
- Lemon Basil Berry Salad
- Summer Fruit Salad
- Lemon Raspberry Coffee Cake
Ingredients
- 1 bottle Brut champagne
- 2 1/2 cups orange juice
- 1/3 cup lemon basil simple syrup recipe below
- 1 orange for garnish
- 1 lemon for garnish
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare simple syrup by combining 1/3 cup water and 3 Tablespoons granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the juice of 1 lemon and 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves. Set aside to cool.
- In a large pitcher, combine chilled champagne, chilled orange juice, and lemon basil simple syrup (cooled).
- Serve in champagne flutes or wine glasses. Garnish with orange and lemon slices and fresh basil.
Notes
Lemon Basil Simple Syrup
- 1/3 cup water
- 3 Tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
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