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    Home » Recipes » Beverages » Tequila Sunrise Mimosa

    By Amy · Published: Apr 17, 2020 · Updated: Jul 22, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy 14 Comments

    Tequila Sunrise Mimosa

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    Two mimosas in champagne flutes. A black bottle of champagne is in the background. Overlay text at top of image.

    The classic mimosa gets kicked up a notch in this easy, beautiful and delicious Tequila Sunrise Mimosa.  Just four ingredients are required!

    Two mimosas garnished with orange slices. A black bottle of champagne and an orange is in the background.

    Every brunch deserves an awesome mimosa, and this one does not disappoint.  The addition of tequila gives it a unique deliciousness and the sunrise effect gives an absolutely gorgeous presentation.

    A closeup of two mimosas in champagne glasses.

    Your simple ingredients are tequila, your favorite champagne (I like to use brut champagne), orange juice and grenadine.  Orange slices for garnish are totally optional, but make it extra-special.

    Do I Use White or Gold Tequila?

    That’s totally up to you!  I’ve drank these with both white and gold tequila and both were delicious.  The amount of tequila is up to you, as well.  Experiment with the amounts of each ingredient to customize it to your personal taste.

    Can I Make This By The Pitcher?

    Yes, but you’ll definitely lose some of the bubbles in the champagne.  To make, pour tequila, champagne and orange juice in a pitcher.  Pour into champagne flutes, then top with grenadine.  You don’t want to store this for any length of time in the fridge, only up to ten minutes max before serving (store covered).

    A closeup of two mimosas garnished with orange slices.

    A special thanks to my friend Melissa for telling me about this recipe years ago; it’s definitely a go-to favorite mimosa!

    Love mimosas?  Be sure to check out all of my mimosa recipes.  Cheers!

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    Two mimosas garnished with orange slices. A black bottle of champagne is in the background.

    Tequila Sunrise Mimosa


    ★★★★★

    5 from 5 reviews

    • Author: Amy
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 1
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    The classic mimosa gets kicked up a notch in this easy, beautiful and delicious Tequila Sunrise Mimosa.


    Ingredients

    • 1 part tequila
    • 1 part your favorite champagne (I like to use brut)
    • 2 parts orange juice
    • Splash of grenadine syrup
    • Orange slices for garnish (optional)

    Instructions

    1. Pour tequila in a champagne flute 1/4 full, then pour champagne until it reaches halfway.  Pour orange juice almost to the top, followed by a splash of grenadine.
    2. Garnish with a fresh orange slice, if desired.

    Notes

    • White or gold tequila can be used.
    • To make by the pitcher, pour tequila, champagne and orange juice in a pitcher.  Pour into champagne flutes, then top with grenadine.
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Cocktails
    • Cuisine: French

    Keywords: tequila sunrise mimosa

    Originally published March 2015.  Updated with new photographs, helpful tips, recipe slightly revised and republished April 17, 2020.

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    1. Thomas says

      May 19, 2021 at 2:17 am

      I have been drinking these for over 20 years and I call it a mimosa at sunset and I use Asti Spumante the extra sweetness rounds it out nicely.

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    2. Michelle Johns says

      December 30, 2020 at 11:49 am

      A great twist on the basic Tequila Sunrise! And, WOW! delish!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Amy says

        December 30, 2020 at 5:53 pm

        Thanks so much, Michelle! Cheers and Happy New Year!

        Reply
    3. Greg Zyn says

      June 17, 2020 at 6:44 am

      Tequila sunrise mimosa is a drink that I like to drink in the morning of weekends. Only weekends, because I don’t have to work on weekends. My wife enjoys this drink with me, and then we have a good day out.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Drea says

      June 15, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      This was delicious!!! With a nice kick! Thank for sharing this recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    5. audrey says

      January 31, 2020 at 1:18 pm

      this may be a dumb guestion but you say a ‘part’ how much does that mean? a shot glass of tequila?

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        January 31, 2020 at 6:57 pm

        Hi Audrey, A “part” can be any measurement you want it to be – I normally judge how much a “part” is based on the size of the glass I’m using. Here is an article that further explains using parts in cocktails. I hope it helps and hope you enjoy the mimosa! 🙂

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    6. Lori says

      August 21, 2016 at 3:30 pm

      Loved this! Enjoying now on the patio:) gorgeous and equally delicious and refreshing!

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        August 24, 2016 at 8:40 am

        Thanks, Lori! So glad you enjoyed it. 🙂

        Reply
    7. Barb Thomas says

      April 08, 2015 at 7:14 am

      This drink is delicious! Tried it with my daughter who is visiting. We used pomegranate juice instead of grenadine because I didn’t have any grenadine. We both loved it.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        April 08, 2015 at 7:56 am

        Thank you so much, Barb! So glad you and your daughter enjoyed them.

        Reply
    8. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

      March 28, 2015 at 11:21 pm

      Anything with tequila is an instant winner in my books You’ve got me wishing for one of these mimosas in hand now!

      ★★★★★

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      • Amy @ The Blond Cook says

        April 06, 2015 at 9:49 pm

        Thank you Thalia! 🙂 They’re my new favorite mimosas!

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    9. Valerie | From Valerie's Kitchen says

      March 27, 2015 at 7:19 pm

      This drink is seriously gorgeous, Amy! You have an awesome friend there 🙂 Love the layered look…so pretty!

      Reply

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