Description
This Pink Lemonade Mimosa Bar is a festive, customizable brunch centerpiece featuring a tangy pink lemonade base, sparkling wine, and fresh fruit garnishes. Perfect for gatherings, bridal showers, or weekend brunches, it’s quick to assemble and guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4 large lemons)
- 2 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup pure cranberry juice or pomegranate juice (for color and tartness)
- Optional: splash of grenadine (for deeper pink and cherry flavor)
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry sparkling wine (Prosecco, Champagne, or Cava), chilled
- Optional: sparkling water or club soda (for non-alcoholic version)
- Fresh berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries), washed and sliced
- Thin lemon slices (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves
- Ice (as needed)
- Optional: flavored syrups (elderflower, raspberry, or peach)
- Optional: edible rose petals
- Optional: extra citrus (lime or orange wedges)
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice, cold water, and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved (2-3 minutes).
- Add cranberry or pomegranate juice for color and tartness. Add grenadine if desired for deeper pink.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
- Chill lemonade in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or use plenty of ice if short on time.
- Wash and slice berries, lemons, and any other fruit for garnish.
- Arrange mint leaves, fruit, and edible flowers in small bowls or trays.
- Fill ice bucket with ice and chill sparkling wine or water.
- Set out chilled champagne flutes or glasses.
- Place pitcher of pink lemonade in the center of serving area. Arrange sparkling wine, fruit bowls, and garnish trays around it.
- Pour 1/4 cup pink lemonade into each glass.
- Add 1/2 cup sparkling wine (or sparkling water for mocktail).
- Gently stir with a bar spoon to combine.
- Top with fresh berries, lemon slice, and mint sprig. Add flavored syrup if desired.
- Let guests build their own mimosas and enjoy!
Notes
Chill all ingredients thoroughly for maximum fizz. Adjust sugar and tartness to taste. For non-alcoholic version, use sparkling water. Prep fruit and lemonade ahead for easy assembly. Use organic lemons and vegan wine for dietary needs. Garnish with edible flowers for a fancy touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Brunch, Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 6 oz/
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
Keywords: pink lemonade mimosa, brunch cocktail, mimosa bar, sparkling wine, easy brunch drinks, party drinks, bridal shower, festive drinks, customizable mimosa, non-alcoholic mimosa