Elderflower Guava Mimosa (Print View)

Floral elderflower meets tropical guava in this sparkling champagne cocktail perfect for brunch.

# Components:

→ Cocktail

01 - 1 cup guava nectar, chilled
02 - 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur
03 - 1 bottle champagne or sparkling wine, chilled

→ Garnish

04 - Edible flowers or thin guava slices

# Method:

01 - Pour 1/4 cup guava nectar into each champagne flute
02 - Add 2 tablespoons elderflower liqueur to each glass
03 - Top each flute gently with chilled champagne or sparkling wine until full
04 - Stir gently to combine all components
05 - Garnish with edible flowers or guava slice if desired and serve immediately

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Takes five minutes to make but tastes like you planned ahead for hours.
  • The floral and tropical notes feel unexpected together, like discovering a new color in your favorite painting.
  • Works beautifully for both relaxed mornings and more polished entertaining.
02 -
  • Temperature matters more than you'd think—warm champagne or nectar will taste flat and syrupy, so chill everything for at least an hour before mixing.
  • The ratio feels forgiving, but if you add too much elderflower, it suddenly tastes like perfume, so start with the amount suggested and taste as you go with your second batch.
03 -
  • Freeze grapes or small berries in ice cubes beforehand, and drop one in each flute instead of regular ice cubes—they keep the drink cold without diluting it as they melt.
  • If you can find a guava nectar that's already slightly chilled and thicker, it will make your drink feel more luxurious and textured.
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