Ojai Pixie Mimosas Recipe

Ojai pixie tangerine juice: Freshly squeezed juice from Ojai pixie tangerines, known for their sweet and tangy flavor.

Champagne: A bottle of chilled champagne to add effervescence and a touch of elegance to the drink.

When juicing ojai pixie tangerines, make sure to roll them on the counter with gentle pressure before cutting. This helps to release more juice and makes the juicing process easier. Additionally, for a smoother texture, strain the tangerine juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pulp before adding it to the champagne.

• freshly squeezed ojai pixie tangerine juice - Substitute with freshly squeezed clementine juice: Clementines have a similar sweetness and tanginess to ojai pixie tangerines, making them a great alternative.

• freshly squeezed ojai pixie tangerine juice - Substitute with freshly squeezed mandarin orange juice: Mandarin oranges offer a comparable flavor profile and are often more readily available.

• chilled champagne - Substitute with prosecco: Prosecco is a sparkling wine that provides a similar bubbly texture and light flavor, making it a suitable replacement for champagne.

• chilled champagne - Substitute with sparkling white grape juice: For a non-alcoholic option, sparkling white grape juice offers the effervescence and sweetness needed for a mimosa.

• To preserve the vibrant flavor of your ojai pixie tangerine juice, store any extra juice in an airtight container. Refrigerate it and consume within 2-3 days for optimal freshness.

• If you have leftover champagne, reseal the bottle with a champagne stopper to maintain its fizz. Store it in the refrigerator and aim to use it within 1-2 days.

• For longer storage, you can freeze the tangerine juice. Pour the juice into ice cube trays and freeze until solid. Transfer the frozen juice cubes to a freezer-safe bag or container. These cubes can be stored for up to 3 months.

• When ready to use the frozen tangerine juice, simply thaw the desired amount in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours.

• Avoid freezing champagne as it can alter the taste and texture. Instead, always chill it in the refrigerator before serving.

• If you plan to make mimosas in advance for a gathering, mix the tangerine juice and champagne just before serving to ensure the best flavor and effervescence.

• For a creative twist, you can also freeze the tangerine juice cubes and use them as ice cubes in your mimosas. This will keep your drink cold without diluting it.

• Pour the leftover ojai pixie tangerine juice into a small saucepan.

• Heat the juice over low heat until it is just warm. Avoid boiling to preserve the fresh flavor.

• Pour the warmed juice into a champagne flute.

• Add chilled champagne to the flute.

• Gently stir and serve immediately.

• Alternatively, if you prefer not to heat the juice, simply pour the leftover ojai pixie tangerine juice into a glass.

• Add a splash of room temperature water to slightly warm the juice.

• Top off with chilled champagne.

• Stir gently and enjoy.

• Juicer: Used to extract the fresh juice from the Ojai Pixie tangerines.

• Measuring cup: Ensures you have exactly 1 cup of freshly squeezed tangerine juice.

• Champagne flutes: The elegant glasses used to serve the mimosas.

• Bottle opener: Necessary for opening the chilled champagne bottle.

• Stirring rod: Gently stirs the mixture of tangerine juice and champagne in the flute.

Pre-juice the tangerines: Squeeze the ojai pixie tangerines in advance and store the juice in the fridge.

Chill the champagne: Ensure the champagne is well-chilled before starting to save time on cooling.

Use a pitcher: Mix the tangerine juice and champagne in a pitcher for faster serving.

Garnish ahead: Prepare any garnishes like tangerine slices or mint leaves beforehand.