St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas

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February 17, 2026

St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas add sparkle and color to your celebration. These vibrant green cocktails combine chilled champagne with citrus juice for a light, refreshing sip. They look festive in a flute and taste bright and bubbly.

Hi, I’m Laura Jennings, a 38-year-old home cook from Asheville, North Carolina. I started cooking beside my grandmother, learning that food brings people together. After years in office jobs, I returned to the kitchen and began sharing simple recipes through my blog and cooking classes. I believe hosting should feel joyful, not complicated. These St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas follow that same idea. They come together quickly and make any gathering feel special.


Why You’ll Love St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas

  • Ready in minutes
  • Bright festive color
  • Light and refreshing flavor
  • Perfect for brunch or parties
  • Easy to customize

Preparation Time

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle chilled champagne or prosecco
  • 2 cups orange juice
  • Green food coloring (1–2 drops)
  • Optional: green sanding sugar for rims
  • Optional garnish: lime slices or shamrock stirrers

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Pour orange juice into a pitcher.
  2. Add 1–2 drops of green food coloring and stir until evenly tinted.
  3. Rim champagne flutes with green sanding sugar if desired.
  4. Fill each flute halfway with green juice.
  5. Slowly top with chilled champagne.
  6. Serve St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these mimosas with brunch favorites like quiche, pastries, or fruit platters. Arrange glasses on a tray with fresh limes for a bright presentation.


Quick Tips or Variations

  • Use pineapple juice for a tropical twist.
  • Add a splash of vodka for a stronger cocktail.
  • Make a mocktail version using sparkling water.

FAQs

How do I make the green color more vibrant?

Use gel food coloring and stir well before adding champagne.

Can I prepare Green Mimosas ahead of time?

Mix the juice and coloring in advance, but add champagne just before serving.

What champagne works best?

Use dry prosecco or brut champagne for balanced sweetness.

Can I make this alcohol-free?

Yes. Replace champagne with sparkling cider or lemon-lime soda.

St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas bring sparkle, color, and easy charm to your celebration. Mix a batch, raise a glass, and enjoy every bubbly sip.

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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

St. Patrick’s Day Drinks Green Mimosas made with champagne and citrus juice. Bright, bubbly, and perfect for festive brunch celebrations.


Ingredients

Scale

1 bottle chilled champagne or prosecco

2 cups orange juice

12 drops green food coloring

Optional: green sanding sugar

Optional garnish: lime slices


Instructions

1. Pour orange juice into a pitcher.

2. Add green food coloring and stir.

3. Rim flutes with green sugar if desired.

4. Fill each flute halfway with green juice.

5. Top with chilled champagne.

6. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add champagne just before serving to keep bubbles fresh.

Use gel food coloring for deeper color.

For mocktail version, substitute sparkling water or cider.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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