Lemonade Mimosa with Lemon Brûlée Garnish

Two lemonade mimosas on a green background with lemons on top.

Lemonade Mimosa with Lemon Brûlée Garnish

This crisp and refreshing lemonade mimosa with lemon brûlée garnish blends the zesty flavors of citrus with your favorite bubbly, creating a drink that's not only vibrant but also perfect for any brunch or celebratory occasion. Garnished with a caramelized lemon slice, for a sweet and smoky finish.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Total Time 5

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 6 (6-8 mimosas)

Calories 184 kcal

Equipment

6-8 champagne flutes
culinary torch

Ingredients

Brûlée Lemon Slices

▢ 1-2 lemons sliced ⅛ inch thick
▢ 4 tablespoon white granulated sugar

Lemonade Mimosa

▢ 1 750ml bottle Champagne or Prosecco, chilled
▢ 4 cups lemonade, chilled store-bought or homemade

Instructions

Brûlée Lemon Slices

Cut the lemons into ⅛ inch slices. If using a cocktail skewer, skew the lemons before caramelizing them. Lay them out on a heatproof dish. Using a paper towel, blot both sides of the lemons to remove any excess moisture. Sprinkle the lemons with about 2 teaspoon of sugar. Using a kitchen torch, sweep the flame over the top of the lemons until the sugar turns golden brown and hardens.
1-2 lemons sliced, 4 tablespoon white granulated sugar
*If using the broiler, preheat the broiler to high. Place the sugared lemons on a heat-proof pan, and broil for about 5 minutes until golden.

Lemonade Mimosas

Pour the Champagne or prosecco into the Champagne flutes (⅓-½ way depending on taste). Top with the lemonade and a brûlée lemon slice. Serve immediately.
1 750ml bottle Champagne or Prosecco, chilled, 4 cups lemonade, chilled

Notes

1. You want to remove any excess moisture from the lemons before caramelizing them, or else the sugar will begin to dissolve. Be sure to blot them on a paper towel.
2. For best results, brûlée your lemons immediately after placing the sugar on them.
3. Follow the directions and safety instructions on your kitchen torch.
4. If you have metal cocktail skewers, thread the skewer through the lemon first, then brûlée them. Skip this step if you are using a wooden cocktail pick (you don't want the flame to touch wood).
5. Cut your lemons into your preferred size before torching them, or the sugar will crack off after handling them.

Nutrition*

*Nutrition information is an estimate and provided as a courtesy. Actual values may vary based on ingredients, measurements, and substitutions.

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