Tangy, bubbly and fruity, the Pineapple Mimosa is the perfect brunch beverage.
Toward the end of the second season of the HBO series The White Lotus, the characters of Portia and Tanya are offered Pineapple Mimosas. I always wondered if the spiky fruit symbolized anything, much like oranges do in The Godfather films. Since I’m often a little late seeing many popular television shows, I’ll assume some of you out there might not have seen or caught up with this series either. So, no spoilers. In fact, why not whip up a few Pineapple Mimosas and do a little binge-watching this weekend?
The classic version of the mimosa is one we’ve all enjoyed at some point in our adult lives. When I first heard of the popular beverage, my initial reaction was “wait… people get to drink alcohol at breakfast?!” And while brunch isn’t quite breakfast or lunch, the concept of drinking any booze before 5pm still excited me. My head almost spun around after a friend told me about Bloody Marys, too.
The combination of freshly squeezed orange juice and sparkling wine – or champagne if you’re fancy – is so simple and brilliant, it lends itself to a plethora of variations. The Pineapple Mimosa is one of these. It’s not just a matter of swapping orange juice for the tropical fruit, but you’re also adding a little extra booze to the proceedings by putting in some triple sec. The orange-flavored liqueur cuts through the tart and tangy pineapple juice, adding some welcome sweetness. And once you pour in the bubbly, the fizz will help everything mix together.
So the next time you find yourself beachside with some brunch, try the Pineapple Mimosa. Those fruity and tropical flavors will help make some amazing memories, and they go great with an omelet.
What is the Best Alcohol to Use in a Pineapple Mimosa?
When using your favorite bottle of triple sec and mixing that with the pineapple juice, you’ll be starting with some fairly acidic, sweet and tangy flavors. I like to use an extra dry prosecco or a brut champagne in my mimosa when paired with these ingredients. That allows for the sweeter notes to pop a little more, but not too much. You want every sip to be pleasant, light and fizzy.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces pineapple juice
- 1/2 ounce triple sec
- 3 ounces champagne or other sparkling wine
Instructions
- Put the pineapple juice and triple sec in a champagne flute. Stir gently to combine.
- Top up the glass with champagne and serve immediately.
Nutrition
What glassware and garnish are used?
A champagne flute is an elegant and sophisticated way to enjoy a Pineapple Mimosa. For garnish, place a pineapple wedge on the rim.
What is a Hawaiian Mimosa?
Similar to the Pineapple Mimosa, a Hawaiian Mimosa is made with coconut rum in place of the triple sec.
Pineapple Mimosa Variations
The Pineapple Mimosa is a great way to start a beautiful and relaxing day off. And when you’re on vacation, you can begin any day you wish with a sparkling and boozy brunch beverage. Twist & Toast has a few simple and delicious recipes that’ll help make your mornings extra special. Check these out below, and don’t forget to explore the site for even more cocktail ideas.
- Classic Mimosa – Brunch just isn’t the same without a few glasses of the original version of this bubbly drink.
- Pomegranate Mimosa – Aperol joins the pomegranate in this delicious version of the popular cocktail.
- Limoncello Spritz – Usually served after dinner, this citrusy tipple also makes a great brunch companion.
- Americano – Beautifully bitter and sweet, this light and sparkling concoction makes for a great late-morning pick-me-up.
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