Cheers to brunch! This Mimosa Mocktail blends orange sherbet or sorbet with citrus sparkling water for a refreshing, non-alcoholic take on the classic orange juice and champagne cocktail. It’s light, fun, and ideal for Easter or Mother’s Day brunch, spring and summer gatherings, or anytime you want a bright, festive drink.
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Two-Ingredient Mimosa Mocktails
These mimosa mocktails require just two main ingredients: orange sherbet or sorbet and orange or tangerine sparkling water. A fresh orange slice adds a pretty garnish but is optional.
Assembly is quick and easy: place one or two small scoops of sherbet or sorbet into a champagne flute, pour chilled sparkling water over it, and serve immediately. The sparkling water fizzes around the sherbet or sorbet much like a classic ice cream float, creating a bubbly, slightly creamy drink as the frozen dessert melts.
Use traditional or stemless champagne flutes—either works. A small cookie scoop helps form compact scoops that fit into narrow flutes if needed.
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Ingredient Guide: Sorbet vs Sherbet
Sorbet and sherbet are both fruit-based frozen desserts with different textures. The main distinction is dairy: sherbet contains a small amount of milk or cream, which gives it a slightly creamier texture, while sorbet is dairy-free and tends to be lighter and icier.
Fruit sorbet is made from fruit puree or juice and a sugar syrup, sometimes with flavor extracts. Because it contains no dairy, sorbet is usually fat-free and very refreshing.
Sherbet includes a small amount of milk or cream, offering a creamier mouthfeel than sorbet but not as rich as ice cream. Both sorbet and sherbet work beautifully in this mocktail. Choose sorbet for a dairy-free version, and always check labels—brands sometimes use terms inconsistently.
For more detail on the differences between sorbet and sherbet, see reputable food writing and guides.
Mimosa Mocktail FAQ’s
Q. I can’t find orange sherbet or sorbet. What can I substitute?
A. If single-flavor orange sherbet isn’t available, use rainbow sherbet and scoop from the orange section. Citrus sorbets like blood orange or tangerine are excellent alternatives. You can also make homemade orange sherbet with trusted recipes if you prefer.
Q. What kind of sparkling water should I use?
A. Use a citrus-flavored sparkling water—orange, tangerine, or another complementary flavor. Choose chilled sparkling water for the best fizz and refreshing finish.
Q. Can I make this Mimosa Mocktail with different flavors?
A. Yes. Swap in any sherbet or sorbet and matching sparkling water to create varied flavor combinations. Popular options include raspberry sorbet with lemon or orange sparkling water, strawberry sorbet with grapefruit sparkling water, or mango sorbet with passionfruit sparkling water. Be creative and taste-test to find your favorites.
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Mimosa Mocktail
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup orange sherbet or sorbet (1 medium scoop or 2–3 small scoops)
- 4 ounces orange or tangerine sparkling water , chilled
- fresh orange slices , for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Scoop the sherbet or sorbet into a champagne flute.
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Slowly pour chilled sparkling water over the sherbet or sorbet. The mixture will bubble and the frozen dessert will melt slightly into the sparkling water.
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Garnish with an orange slice if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
Nutrition Estimate
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
Please note our recipes use US Customary measurements and have not been tested for high altitude cooking or baking.